Joe Burrow Unlikely to Play Against Patriots in Week 12 Despite Practice Return

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is 'probably' not going to play against the Patriots in Week 12, despite his recent return to the practice field. Burrow, who suffered a toe injury in Week 2, is on a three-week plan to get back into game action. This week, he is expected to participate in 7-on-7 work while the team manages Joe Flacco's shoulder injury. The Bengals' strategy involves winning two of their next three games against the Steelers, Patriots, and Ravens to be 5-6 and "relevant" for Burrow's full return. Although described as a "psycho competitor" who can't be definitively ruled out, his return for Week 12 is considered unlikely.