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Bengals Face Tough Times: Mixon Injured, Burrow Out

9/16/2025

Summary

Story summary

Joe Mixon is on the reserve/non-football injury list with an ankle injury, sidelining him for at least four weeks.
His return is uncertain, potentially missing all of September and not returning until Week 5 or later.
Nick Chubb, now the starting running back, excelled in Week 1 with 60 yards on 13 carries.
Chubb will lead the rushing attack against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 2.
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is expected to miss at least three months due to a toe injury.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's 2011 injury report policy aimed to improve player health transparency, following a $765 million settlement in 2013 over concussion-related injuries. This settlement arose from increasing scrutiny of player safety, particularly after the 2009 rule changes regarding concussion assessments. Current injuries to players like Joe Mixon and Joe Burrow underscore ongoing concerns about player welfare and their impact on team performance.

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Story summary

Joe Mixon is on the reserve/non-football injury list with an ankle injury, sidelining him for at least four weeks.
His return is uncertain, potentially missing all of September and not returning until Week 5 or later.
Nick Chubb, now the starting running back, excelled in Week 1 with 60 yards on 13 carries.
Chubb will lead the rushing attack against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 2.
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is expected to miss at least three months due to a toe injury.

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