CINCINNATI – Head coach Zac Taylor has shared his expectations regarding playing time for Joe Burrow and other key Cincinnati Bengals players in the upcoming preseason opener against the Philadelphia Eagles. According to Taylor, Burrow and the team’s prominent starters will likely participate for a couple of series, with an expectation of no more than a quarter of play.
This marks a shift in strategy, as Taylor has indicated a desire for the Bengals’ starters to see more action during the preseason. While fans can expect to see the team’s core play on Thursday, Taylor noted that they will have a more significant presence in the following preseason matchup against the Washington Commanders.
Notably, tight end Mike Gesicki will not take the field for Thursday’s game due to a precautionary measure, but coach Taylor has reassured fans that it is nothing serious. In addition, several players, including Trey Hendrickson, BJ Hill, Dax Hill, and Cam Taylor-Britt, will be out for this game.
Fans can catch the Bengals’ preseason opener live on FOX19 NOW at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, which will give them a chance to see how the team is shaping up ahead of the regular season.
Overall, this approach from Coach Taylor suggests a proactive strategy as the Bengals aim to refine their performance and build momentum heading into the season. The increased involvement of starters in preseason games could help the team gain valuable experience and cohesiveness on the field.