Joe Burrow is not playing because he suffered a significant turf toe injury (specifically a Grade 3 turf toe) in the second quarter of the Cincinnati Bengals' game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The injury occurred when he was sacked and then fell awkwardly. He tried to walk but ultimately required assistance and left the game. Medical evaluations confirmed torn ligaments in his toe, necessitating surgery. The surgery will sideline Burrow for at least three months, ruling him out for a significant portion of the 2025 NFL season. During his absence, backup Jake Browning is expected to take over as the starting quarterback for the Bengals.
