Joe Burrow injury update: Quarterback’s wrist recovery powers Cincinnati Bengals’ 2025 playoff hopes | NFL News
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has provided an optimistic report on his surgically repaired wrist, weeks in advance of training camp beginning. Having torn the scapholunate ligament in November of 2023, Joe Burrow not only came back in 2024 but topped the NFL in both passing yards and touchdowns. As the 2025 season draws near, the 28-year-old signal-caller reports that his wrist remains on the mend, reigniting Super Bowl expectations in Cincinnati again.
Joe Burrow eyes 2025 return as Cincinnati Bengals prepare for training camp
Joe Burrow has overcome obstacles previously, and his latest return may be his best yet. In a recent video from Cincinnati Bengals radio play-by-play announcer Dan Hoard, the quarterback was satisfied with the healing of the wrist: “After 43 TDs in 2024, Joe Burrow says his wrist is still getting better. It’s exciting for me to feel that improvement. If you’re working smart, you usually do, and that’s pretty addicting.” At minicamp, Burrow reportedly responded to a rare interception by Cam Taylor-Britt with a 70-yard strike to Chase—proof his confidence hasn’t wavered. It’s moments like these that define Burrow’s leadership. When asked about his wrist recently, he responded with clarity: “I’m feeling good right now.”At minicamp, Burrow reportedly responded to a rare interception by Cam Taylor-Britt with a 70-yard strike to Chase—proof his confidence hasn’t wavered. It’s moments like these that define Burrow’s leadership. When asked about his wrist recently, he responded with clarity: “I’m feeling good right now.” In addition to his physical health, Burrow is also keeping an eye on team chemistry. With defensive end Trey Hendrickson negotiating a new contract, the quarterback showed his familiarity with the football business. “That’s life in the NFL,” he explained, showing his on- and off-field leadership and maturity. Also read: Joe Burrow opens up about how his childhood fashion was inspired by mom RobinJoe Burrow’s wrist was an issue once, but going into the 2025 NFL season, it’s a badge of strength. Supporters getting ready to view 11 open practices in Cincinnati won’t only be seeing a return to form, but they’ll be seeing a quarterback in his prime, completely in command of it all. The Bengals’ road to the playoffs begins with a healthy Joe Burrow—and he’s more than ready to take the charge.
