07-13-2021, 11:51 AM
(07-12-2021, 04:11 PM)Wes Mantooth Wrote: Pretty simple question, do you want to see Joe Burrow play in the preseason? It could be for only for a series or two, only for a single game, or multiple games. Or would you prefer he doesn't play at all?
I suppose, since I'm asking, i should answer my own question. I'm hoping they don't play him. Even if he's healthy enough, I'd prefer he doesn't see any in-game action until the start of the season.
Fwiw, I think preseason can be great for certain things; I think letting guys battle for a roster spot or for a starting position are good examples. I also think they can be very good for letting rookies get a taste of the NFL and get adjusted to what it's like. But I don't think Burrow will benefit from it. In fact, if I had my way, most guys wouldn't play in the preseason.
I think as far as him getting him confident playing again, that can be accomplished in practice and scrimmages. They can simulate a lot of things in a contolled environment. I just think with his recovery timeline lining up so closely to preseason and the start of the regular season, it's better to err on the side of caution.
What says you?
Wes, normally you and I agree and pretty much think along the same lines.
However, I think Burrow needs to play at least in the 2nd or 3 game of the season.
He needs to go against defense he doesn't see in practice every day. He needs to trust he isnt going to get injured if he gets hit or hit low again.
If the Bengals hold him out and allow him to get accustomed to the game in practice and scrimmage there is NO WAY IN HELL that Zac Taylor is going to let his defense ever come within 3 foot of Burrow.
Burrow needs to get hit. He needs live action. He needs to play against a "real" defense and not something Lou's drawn up lol
However, I do not believe the Bengals will allow Burrow to play in the pre-season. The soonest you'll see him is Week 1 of the NFL season.
