Joe Burrow’s knee injury update following the Bengals’ win over the Cowboys

Joe Burrow’s knee injury update following the Bengals’ win over the Cowboys

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was seen walking around the team’s locker room after the team’s 27-20 victory over the Dallas Cowboys with a noticeable limp.

Following the game, Burrow provided an update on his health.

“It’s nothing crazy,” he said. “I’ve only landed on it a few times, probably just on a bursa or something, we’ll see. It’s going to hurt for a while, but I’m fine.”

Burrow said he isn’t worried that his knee injury could keep him on the sidelines long-term.

From the start of the game, the Cowboys were intent on hitting Burrow in the pocket. He was hit eight times and sacked twice. After a fourth-quarter hit on third-and-13, the Bengals’ practice staff examined Burrow on the sideline. He placed a compression sleeve on his knee and then went back into the game, ultimately helping Cincinnati win.

Anytime Burrow takes as many hits as he did Monday night, it’s a cause for concern – especially when he’s slow to get up and limps after the game. So the question becomes: Does Burrow think this style of play is sustainable? Burrow attempted 44 passes against the Cowboys.

“I think so, I mean, that’s how we’re playing right now,” Burrow said with a pause. “That’s how I like to play. Put it in my hands, I’ll be able to make a play.”

The Bengals have a short week ahead of them and are looking ahead to a road game against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. Depending on the severity of Burrow’s pain on Tuesday and Wednesday, the Bengals’ medical staff and head coach Zac Taylor could limit his practice load.

Cincinnati returns to the practice fields on Wednesday, with the main days coming on Thursday and Friday, especially on a short week.

This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Update on Joe Burrow’s injury after Bengals win over Cowboys

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