{"id":3160,"date":"2025-11-12T18:38:34","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T18:38:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news2.watchtowatch.top\/nfl-insider-notes-bengals-will-be-careful-with-joe-burrows-return-decision\/"},"modified":"2025-11-12T18:38:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T18:38:34","slug":"nfl-insider-notes-bengals-will-be-careful-with-joe-burrows-return-decision","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news2.watchtowatch.top\/?p=3160","title":{"rendered":"NFL Insider Notes Bengals ‘Will Be Careful’ With Joe Burrow’s Return Decision"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\u00a0<\/strong>Joe Burrow is back on the field practicing as NFL insiders like\u00a0Sports\u00a0Illustrated’s\u00a0Albert Breer react\u00a0to the rapid recovery timeline\u00a0he’s\u00a0showing from turf toe surgery.<\/p>\n

Breer discussed what could happen for\u00a0the Bengals\u00a0in the next couple of weeks on Tuesday.<\/p>\n

“So this week,\u00a0he\u2019ll\u00a0be out on the practice field. The Bengals want to start getting him real reps, going through his progressions, and ripping the ball,”\u00a0Breer noted about the practice plan. “I\u2019d\u00a0expect those would come in 7-on-7 situations, some of which could be generated by Cincinnati managing Joe\u00a0Flacco\u2019s\u00a0shoulder injury. For now,\u00a0everything will be controlled\u00a0to move him beyond the point where\u00a0he\u2019s\u00a0just throwing to trainers and equipment guys.\u00a0From there,\u00a0this will be a\u00a0feel thing.\u00a0How Burrow is feeling is one piece of it.\u00a0Where the\u00a0Bengals\u00a0are\u00a0in the standings will be\u00a0another factor.\u00a0This\u00a0week\u2019s\u00a0game against the Steelers\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0happening\u2014coach Zac Taylor already established that\u2014and the Patriots\/Ravens short-week turn might be pushing it, too. But if the Bengals can scratch through that stretch and remain in the hunt, Week 14 against Buffalo could be realistic.<\/p>\n

“Now, Burrow is super competitive, and\u00a0we\u2019re\u00a0way ahead of where we thought\u00a0we\u2019d\u00a0be, so is there a chance to push the envelope? Maybe. But\u00a0the Bengals\u00a0will be careful.\u00a0He\u2019s\u00a0one of four top guys at his position in the sport (along with Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, and Lamar Jackson, in some order), and\u00a0there\u2019s\u00a0a specific responsibility that comes with having someone in that rare air that I know the organization\u00a0won\u2019t\u00a0take lightly.”<\/p>\n

The big question is whether Burrow will still play this season, regardless of whether Cincinnati can bag a couple of wins in the next few weeks.<\/p>\n

We will\u00a0start to get\u00a0more clarity on all this in the coming days, especially with the result of Sunday’s game against Pittsburgh. A win would move Cincinnati to 3-0 in the AFC North and\u00a0just couple\u00a0of games back in the division.<\/p>\n

Winning the North is likely the only path to the playoffs at 3-6 with an 8.4% chance to make the field (7% for the division) on ESPN’s Football Power Index.<\/p>\n

“Buffalo’s offense is sputtering, and some fans are wondering if Brian Daboll could be the cure for what ails them.”<\/p>\n

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The Buffalo Bills (6-3) have been struggling offensively, with their most recent lackluster performance coming in a 30-13 defeat to the Miami Dolphins. Despite facing one of the league’s worst defenses, Buffalo’s receivers failed to create any separation, and the offense was unable to get anything going through the first three quarters. It’s clear that the Bills’ offensive issues are becoming a growing concern.<\/p>\n

However, today\u2019s Buffalo Rumblings report quashed any hopes for those Bills fans calling for a change at offensive coordinator. Head coach Sean McDermott confirmed that Joe Brady would remain the team’s offensive coordinator through the end of the 2025 NFL season. Despite speculation that former offensive coordinator Brian Daboll could be brought back to help turn things around, McDermott swiftly dismissed the idea.<\/p>\n

McDermott Shoots Down Daboll Return<\/strong><\/p>\n

When Daboll was fired as head coach of the New York Giants, rumors swirled about the possibility of a reunion with quarterback Josh Allen in Buffalo. McDermott wasted no time in shutting down those rumors, stating that he has confidence in Joe Brady and has no intention of bringing Daboll back to Buffalo.<\/p>\n

“At this time, that is not something we are considering,” McDermott said when asked about the possibility of Daboll returning to Western New York.<\/p>\n

The question remains: could Daboll have been the solution to Buffalo’s offensive struggles, or is the real issue something deeper? The Bills started the season strong but have since been cold, particularly in their loss to the Dolphins.<\/p>\n

Dalton Kincaid’s Injury Puts More Pressure on Offense<\/strong><\/p>\n

Adding to Buffalo’s woes, tight end Dalton Kincaid, who has been one of Josh Allen\u2019s most reliable targets this season, has been officially labeled “week-to-week” after suffering a hamstring injury in the Dolphins’ loss. Kincaid had been a standout, recording 29 catches for 448 yards and four touchdowns\u2014leading the team in both receiving yards and touchdowns this year. His absence could further strain the already struggling offense.<\/p>\n

As the Bills continue to deal with a variety of injuries, including to key players like Kincaid, the offense will need to find a way to regain its early-season form. While McDermott has expressed confidence in his current coaching staff, fans are left to wonder if a change in offensive philosophy or leadership might be what\u2019s needed to reignite Buffalo\u2019s high-powered attack.<\/p>\n

More Updates on Bills’ Injuries and Roster Moves<\/strong><\/p>\n

As the Bills face a series of injuries, including to key offensive players, the team is also adding new faces to the practice squad. Stay tuned for updates as Buffalo looks to address its depth and find solutions to its current offensive struggles.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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