All things Joe Burrow injury, Ravens players defend Logan Wilson

The Cincinnati Bengals were dealt a devastating blow on Friday following their loss to the Baltimore Ravens, bringing their record to 5-5.

An MRI confirmed ligament damage on Joe Burrow’s injured wrist, prematurely ending his 2023 season. As it stands, surgery appears to be the likely course of action.

Subsequently, the offense falls into the hands of Jake Browning for the interim, with the team rallying around him in preparation for their upcoming game against Pittsburgh on November 26.

Here’s a roundup of the Bengals news, notes, and quotes for November 18.

Joe Burrow lost for season — Bengals Wire

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The initial report on the Burrow injury, announced by Bengals coach Zac Taylor in a press conference. It was there he revealed the MRI results showing ligament damage and emphasized the team’s commitment to backup Jake Browning.

Burrow’s surgery and long-term impact — Bengals Wire

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One of Taylor’s most significant comments on Burrow’s injury was about the potential of long-term implications from surgery, suggesting it isn’t typically something that affects the player permanently.

Burrow comments on injury — Bengals Wire

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While Taylor addressed the media, Burrow was at the facility working with quarterbacks like Browning before attending his own press conference. There, he expressed his role now is to support his teammates as best he can.

Ravens players defend Logan Wilson — Bengals Wire

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Logan Wilson faced criticism from media and others for his involvement in plays that resulted in injury to Ravens players. However, the Ravens players were quick to come to his defense after the game.

Taylor defends Wilson — Bengals Wire

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Taylor interrupted the end of his press conference on Friday to defend Wilson, stating that some were “reckless” in portraying a narrative in the media about Wilson. The full comments are worth watching.

Jake Browning on the role reversal — Bengals.com

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Backup Jake Browning shared on how Burrow guided him through the sudden playing time on Thursday night: “I was kind of switching roles, where I was like, ‘Damn I wish I would have done this.’ [Joe Burrow] was like, I think you threw it to the right guy, and it was an accurate ball.’ So, it was kind of like a reassurance; it was kind of like role reversal, where [Joe Burrow] was saying, ‘You’re playing well, and keep moving around, and stuff like that.’ It was good. It was how you would expect from [Joe Burrow]. He’s pretty self-aware and tried to do everything he can to help us out. But unfortunately, we couldn’t get it done.”

Taylor talks about his defense — Bengals.com

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Taylor discussed the defense, another area of his team with its ups and downs: “I think there were some positive things I saw from the defense. This is a good offense. They can extend plays with their quarterback. Some of them were probably good calls. Some of those penalties extended drives, and that’s the way it is. Now we’ve got to buckle up. We’ve got to get them in good third-down positions. Some of those drives got extended, and they scored points. Our guys got to find a way to keep competing downfield. It’s a challenge. So, again, I know we are disappointed with the loss, but I’m not discouraged about where this season is headed after this game. These guys are going to stick together. We’re going to take the long weekend here and regroup and get ready for Pittsburgh next week.”

Taylor on what Browning brings to the offense — Bengals.com

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Taylor on Browning and how the gameplan might change: “I feel really comfortable he can do all the things we ask our guys to do in our offense. So, it doesn’t take anything off the table. Obviously, you want to continue to play to his strengths. You continue to change conversations from, ‘Hey, Joe, what do you like in the plan,’ to more, ‘Hey, Jake, what do you feel most comfortable about in these situations?’ That’s the only thing that really changes within the scope of our offense. Everything stays on the table. “

Story originally appeared on Bengals Wire