Bengals' Joe Burrow Has Toe Surgery, Out 3 Months

Joe Burrow underwent surgery for a Grade 3 turf‑toe at Andrews Sports Medicine after suffering the injury in Week 2, and the Bengals placed him on injured reserve. Team and outside doctors project a minimum roughly three‑month (about 12‑week) recovery, though medical staff warn full healing can take longer and a postseason return may be more realistic. Burrow has begun rehab, posted an emotional Instagram collage saying “This game will break your heart. See you soon,” and was seen attending team meetings on a scooter; coach Zac Taylor has not fully ruled out a late‑season comeback but emphasized caution. With Burrow sidelined, Ja’Marr Chase has assumed a larger leadership role while backup Jake Browning has struggled, contributing to a lopsided loss to Minnesota as Cincinnati sits 2‑1. Trade speculation — including names such as Russell Wilson — has surfaced as the team explores options to stabilize the quarterback spot. Jaguars DT Arik Armstead expressed sympathy and said he did not intend to injure Burrow.