The Cincinnati Bengals have confirmed that quarterback Joe Burrow will not be activated for this Sunday’s game against the New England Patriots. Burrow continues to recover from a turf toe injury sustained earlier in the season, which required surgery on September 19. He remains on injured reserve and was labeled “questionable” heading into the weekend.
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor expressed optimism regarding Burrow’s recovery, stating, “He’s done everything he can. He looks great,” but acknowledged the uncertainty about how he would respond to game contact after being off the field. Joe Flacco is set to start for the sixth consecutive game in Burrow’s absence, as the team looks ahead to a pivotal matchup against the Baltimore Ravens on Thanksgiving.
In other quarterback news, New York Giants rookie Jaxson Dart has been ruled out for their Week 12 matchup against the Detroit Lions due to lingering effects from a concussion. Interim head coach Mike Kafka noted Dart’s lack of progress through the concussion protocol. The Ole Miss product has made a notable impact this season, amassing 1,417 passing yards and seven rushing touchdowns before his injury.
The injury report for Week 12 continues to include several key players across the league. Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is dealing with a fractured wrist but is listed as questionable for their game against the Chicago Bears, while New York Jets running back Kene Nwangwu is also questionable with a hamstring issue. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are hopeful for the return of running back Bucky Irving, who has been out due to foot and shoulder injuries.
As teams prepare for their upcoming games, the injury landscape will continue to evolve, with many teams managing key player absences while striving for playoff contention. The situation surrounding Burrow’s recovery and potential return on Thanksgiving provides a glimmer of hope for Bengals fans eager to see their star quarterback back on the field.