Bengals fans are eagerly awaiting good news as the NFL season unfolds. This year, teams are all aiming for victory, even the ones previously considered underdogs, showcasing solid gameplay. Take, for instance, the Detroit Lions, who fought fiercely for every point against the legendary Patrick Mahomes on Thursday night.

Now, following the season opener Game 2, the Cincinnati Bengals are gearing up for their match against their longtime rivals, the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. However, amid all the anticipation and speculation, there was distressing news for Bengals fans regarding Joe Burrow. But now the Bengals’ QB himself has provided a crucial update that might just make the entire NFL community skip a beat.

Will Joe Burrow play against the Browns?

A video surfaced from the Bengals’ recent practice session just a day ago, and to everyone’s astonishment, Joe Burrow, whose chances of facing the Browns seemed slim, is now back in his element. The 26-year-old quarterback is defying the odds, showing that he’s not only ready to overcome his injury but is returning to the season with an impeccable spinning pass.

The video, shared on Twitter by reporter Dan Hoard, captures Burrow in full pads, signaling his determination to take on the Browns. Hoard’s tweet caption reads, “Full pads for Joe Burrow and the #Bengals today. Despite missing nearly five weeks with the calf injury, Burrow is happy with how he’s throwing.” Burrow himself stated, “I’m spinning it as good as I ever have. It’s jumping off my hand as good as it ever has before.”

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The reports are out that the $275 million quarterback will now play against the Browns in the much-anticipated rivalry game, as his injury situation is now improving.

Joe Burrow and the team unsure about the QB’s return

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow suffered a non-contact injury and was carted off the field on July 27, 2023. Initial fears of the worst outcome proved unfounded, as it was later announced by Cincinnati head coach Zac Taylor that Burrow had only sustained a calf injury. During his recovery, Burrow missed several weeks of summer practice.

However, this Wednesday, he expressed to reporters, “Knock on wood. I feel great,” signaling his return to the field with renewed spirits just in time for their season opener. Now, we can only wait and see if Burrow’s improved passing game will work wonders for the Bengals or if his injury will pose a challenge.

The game is scheduled to take place at FirstEnergy Stadium, the Browns’ home, on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at 1 p.m.

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