One big storyline this offseason to follow will be what will the Cincinnati Bengals do with quarterback Joe Burrow?
Burrow has been as talented as the Bengals had hoped when they selected him No. 1 overall in the 2020 NFL Draft. He’s been a two-time Comeback Player of the Year, has brought the Bengals to the Super Bowl, has been named to the Pro Bowl twice, and is the ultimate competitor.
But injuries and the Bengals’ poor defense have hindered the team’s overall success and his view on playing football, making some interesting comments about questioning playing football since he wasn’t having as much fun this season after the team was shut out by the Baltimore Ravens.
With Burrow missing significant time in multiple seasons this early into his career, some have speculated whether or not the Bengals will look into trading Burrow after this season. They are at the very least expected to receive calls from teams interested in him this offseason.
While QB Joe Burrow and the #Bengals both plan to move forward together, several teams are expected to attempt a trade for him this offseason:https://t.co/S3yN0XXL8X
— Pro Football Rumors (@pfrumors) December 27, 2025
Will Joe Burrow Play In Week 18?
Yes, Joe Burrow will play in the Cincinnati Bengals season finale this Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. There’s no solid belief that the Bengals will even field offers for Burrow this offseason, and they’re heading into its season finale with a mission to win.
Joe Burrow will play Week 18.
— Underdog NFL (@UnderdogNFL) December 29, 2025
Burrow missed more than half of this season with a turf toe and ligament injury in Week 2 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. It’s caused him to miss nine games this season.
Still, when active, Burrow has played well. In seven games played, Burrow has thrown for 1,573 yards, 14 touchdowns, and just four interceptions while completing 65.6 percent of his passes on the season.
It would be a surprise to see the Bengals move on from Burrow next season, but anything can happen in the NFL.
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