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Joe Burrow Makes Pro Bowl Despite Injury Setbacks

2/2/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was selected for his third Pro Bowl, joining Joe Flacco and Shedeur Sanders on the AFC roster.
Burrow missed nine games this season due to a toe injury.
He returned to start the final six games.
Burrow has twice earned Comeback Player of the Year and led the Bengals to a 2021 Super Bowl appearance.

History

Historical Context

The NFL established the Comeback Player of the Year Award in 2011 to honor players overcoming significant injuries. Chad Pennington notably won the inaugural award after shoulder surgery, while Joe Burrow's selection for his third Pro Bowl in 2023, despite missing nine games due to a toe injury, reflects the ongoing challenges athletes face, highlighting resilience in professional sports.

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Story summary

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was selected for his third Pro Bowl, joining Joe Flacco and Shedeur Sanders on the AFC roster.
Burrow missed nine games this season due to a toe injury.
He returned to start the final six games.
Burrow has twice earned Comeback Player of the Year and led the Bengals to a 2021 Super Bowl appearance.

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