Joe Burrow: Offense has too many playmakers to play conservatively

Quarterback leads the NFL in completion rate at 4-2.

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Joe Burrow Press Conference - October 28 https://t.co/S8ih458gi6 Via @Bengals on X

What happened: Joe Burrow spoke at his midweek press conference on Wednesday, October 28, during preparations for Week 8 regular-season action. Addressing the unit's aggressive approach, Burrow said, "That's who we have to be.

Why it matters: Vertical efficiency has carried the club to the No. 7 seed in the AFC entering the final week of October. Staying in postseason position also shapes front-office decisions ahead of the November 10 trade deadline.

By the numbers: Burrow leads the NFL in deep touchdowns while taking a sack once every 25 dropbacks this season, a 4.2% rate that beats the league average by 30%.

What to watch: Week 8 regular-season play continues Sunday with the November 10 trade deadline two weeks away.

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@Bengals 2026-10-28T19:34:16.245731+00:00

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