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Bengals Sign Quarterbacks Mike White and Sean Clifford to Practice Squad Amid Burrow's Injury

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As the Cincinnati Bengals navigated the aftermath of quarterback Joe Burrow's turf toe injury, the team signed Mike White and Sean Clifford to their practice squad. This move comes on the heels of coach Zac Taylor confirming Burrow's absence for an indefinite period following the team's win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. With second-string quarterback Jake Browning set to start in Burrow's place, veteran backup Brett Rypien is expected to be promoted to the active roster in Week 3.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Cincinnati Bengals signed quarterbacks Mike White and Sean Clifford to their practice squad in response to Joe Burrow's turf toe injury, which will keep him out indefinitely.
  • White, a fifth-round draft pick by the Dallas Cowboys in 2018, has completed 61.4% of his throws for 2,247 yards, nine scores, and 13 interceptions over his first 15 appearances.
  • Clifford, a fifth-round pick by the Green Bay Packers in the 2023 NFL Draft, appeared in two games as a rookie without throwing a pass, and spent last season on the Packers' practice squad before being waived in August.
  • The Bengals (2-0) face off against the Minnesota Vikings (1-1) at 1 p.m. EDT Sunday in Minneapolis, with Jake Browning set to start in Burrow's place.
  • Brett Rypien, a veteran backup, is expected to be promoted to the active roster in Week 3.
  • Mike White has appeared in regular-season games for the New York Jets, Miami Dolphins, and Buffalo Bills, and was released by the Bills in August.
  • Sean Clifford has not thrown a pass in his NFL career, but has experience on the practice squad and was waived by the Green Bay Packers in August.

Statistics:

  • The Cincinnati Bengals are currently 2-0, while their opponents, the Minnesota Vikings, have a 1-1 record.
  • Joe Burrow's expected surgery and indefinite absence will impact the Bengals' quarterback situation for an unknown period.
  • Brett Rypien is expected to be promoted to the active roster in Week 3, providing a potential temporary solution to the Bengals' quarterback needs.
  • Mike White completed 61.4% of his throws for 2,247 yards, nine scores, and 13 interceptions over his first 15 appearances.
  • Sean Clifford, a rookie draft pick, has no passing attempts in the NFL.

Sources:

  • UPI Sept. 16 (UPI)
  • (no additional sources cited)

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