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Joe Burrow Sits Out of Bengals Team Stretch. What We Know
Burrow said he expects to play despite back tightness, and the Bengals will update his status daily before Sunday’s game.
- Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is managing back tightness after Wednesday's limited practice but maintains he will play against the Houston Texans on Sunday, September 20, 2026.
- Burrow reported back discomfort following Sunday's Week 1 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after taking a significant hit, which he classified as "normal game day soreness."
- During Wednesday's practice, Burrow participated in "mental reps" and threw passes "about 15 yards apart" with backup quarterback Joe Flacco, demonstrating functional recovery.
- Defensive end Shemar Stewart was a full participant in practice Wednesday and is trending toward availability, bolstering the Bengals against a Houston defense led by Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson.
- Cincinnati looks to improve to 2-0 against the Texans, who are seeking redemption after a 36-31 loss to the Buffalo Bills in a season carrying significant playoff implications.
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Independent EspañolCINCINNATI (AP) — Joe Burrow was listed as a limited participant during the training of the Cincinnati Bengals on Wednesday due to back stiffness.
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