what happened to bengals quarterback

The Cincinnati Bengals' quarterback, Joe Burrow, suffered a severe Grade 3 turf toe injury in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season. This injury, sustained during a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, required surgery and is expected to keep him out of play for at least three months, potentially until December 2025. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor confirmed the need for surgery and noted that Burrow's return will depend on his recovery and the team's playoff prospects. In the meantime, backup quarterback Jake Browning has taken over starting duties, but the Bengals have struggled since Burrow's injury, suffering significant losses including a heavy defeat to the Minnesota Vikings. The injury is severe as it involves a complete tear of the ligament under the big toe, impacting Burrow's ability to play at full capacity for an extended period.