NFL Week 2 Recap: Burrow's Injury, Bengals' Comeback, Eagles' Super Bowl Redemption

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In a thrilling Week 2 of the NFL season, quarterback injuries, comebacks, and last-minute victories made for an unforgettable slate of games. Cincinnati Bengals fans breathed a sigh of relief as their team defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 31-27, but a reported turf toe injury to star quarterback Joe Burrow has cast a pall over the team's chances of success without him.

Key Takeaways:

  • Joe Burrow has been ruled out for at least three months due to surgery for a turf toe injury, a common issue among football players.
  • Bengals backup quarterback Jack Browning stepped up to lead the team to a 31-27 victory over the Jaguars, despite throwing three interceptions and needing surgery.
  • The Eagles' 20-17 win over the Kansas City Chiefs marked the first time in Mahomes' pro career that he has lost three games in a row.
  • Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey scored a 64-yard game-tying field goal, forcing overtime, before eventually securing a 40-37 win over the Giants.
  • The Bengals have historically struggled without Burrow, including a 4-3 record in 2023 after he suffered a season-ending wrist injury.
  • Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts echoed the sentiments of his teammates, crediting the team's ability to find a way to win, despite a lackluster performance.
  • Philadelphia Head Coach Nick Sirianni stated that the win was "a huge momentum shift" for the team and that the players have "grown and developed to be a better team."

Statistics:

  • Joe Burrow, Bengals quarterback, will be out for at least three months due to surgery for a turf toe injury.
  • Bengals backup quarterback Jack Browning threw three interceptions, but still managed to lead the team to a 31-27 victory over the Jags.
  • The Eagles' victory marked the second consecutive win for Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles.
  • The Kansas City Chiefs have failed to make the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time since 2014.
  • Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey is 1-for-1 in overtime field goals this season, with a 64-yard game-winner.
  • Eagles RB Saquon Barkley managed 88 rushing yards against the Chiefs, but it wasn't enough to win the game.

Sources:

  • CNN Sports: "NFL reports Joe Burrow to undergo surgery for reported turf toe injury"
  • ESPN's Adam Schefter and The Athletic's Dianna Russini: "Burrow will undergo surgery and will miss at least three months"
  • NFL.com: "Philadelphia Eagles take down Kansas City Chiefs 20-17"
  • NFL.com: "Dallas Cowboys defeat New York Giants 40-37 in overtime"