Bengals Exploring Backup Plans After Burrow's Injury

The Cincinnati Bengals are proactively exploring other options after star quarterback Joe Burrow sustained a serious toe injury, expected to sideline him for an extended period. The team has wasted no time in considering alternatives.

Free-Agent Quarterbacks Under Consideration

• Desmond Ridder: Previously spent time with the Bengals but has underwhelming performances with other teams.
• Mike White
• Taylor Heinicke
• Kyle Trask
• Nate Sudfeld

The Bengals are also evaluating players on other teams' practice squads and potential trade targets.

Potential Trade Candidates

• Kirk Cousins: Backup for the Atlanta Falcons.
• Jameis Winston
• Case Keenum
• Sam Howell
• Tanner McKee

However, the willingness of other teams to make a trade remains uncertain.

Current Roster Options

• Jake Browning
• Brett Rypien

With Burrow's recovery on the horizon, the Bengals are likely to seek more experienced players to fill the void. The coming weeks promise to be pivotal as the team strategizes its next move.