Joe Burrow sounds off after being asked to sit the season out amid Bengals' 3-8 record

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Joe Burrow sounds off after being asked to sit the season out amid Bengals' 3-8 record

Joe Burrow has missed the past nine games of the 2025 season because of a toe injury. The two-time Comeback Player of the Year is now eyeing a return to action in the Bengals' Week 13 game against the Baltimore Ravens.

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Ahead of his anticipated return, Burrow has a message for people, saying he should sit out since the team is 3-8. He said,

"I am a football player.. I am not going to ever go to someone and say, ‘Yeah, I’m healthy, but I don't think I should play.'"

He continued,

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"I am not going to live my life and play this game scared that something may happen.”
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Burrow has missed numerous games in his professional football career due to injury. That extensive injury history hurt the Bengals' playoff chances, and they've lost their last four games.

Burrow's return will increase the optimism for the fan base. However, some believe it's far too late for the superstar quarterback to inspire a playoff push.

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Joe Burrow and the Bengals are up against the Ravens in Week 13

Joe Burrow's return game will be against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland. Burrow and Co. will have their work cut out against an in-form Ravens side.

The Lamar Jackson-led Ravens are on a five-game winning streak, and they're playing assured football on offense and defense. Jackson is pulling his weight while the Ravens' pass rush is proving to be a nightmare for opposing quarterbacks.

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The Bengals are 3-8 and are in danger of missing the playoffs for the third straight season. Head coach Zac Taylor is under immense pressure as the Bengals have one of the most expensive and star-studded quarterback and wide receiver tandems in football.

So, the Week 13 game between the Bengals and Ravens holds loads of importance. In the meantime, here's how to watch Joe Burrow's return from injury:

  • Date: Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025
  • Livestream: FuboTV and DAZN
  • Time: 8:20 p.m. ET
  • TV Channel: NBC
  • Venue: M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland

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