Bengals Clear Joe Burrow for Week 2 Texans Game as B.J. Hill Remains Questionable

3 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · Sep 18

Joe Burrow was cleared to play Sunday in Houston after a full Friday practice, with Zac Taylor saying the Bengals' starting quarterback is good to go despite midweek back tightness.
That eases one major concern, but Cincinnati's defensive front still faces uncertainty: B.J. Hill is questionable with Achilles soreness after missing Friday, making his availability doubtful.
Shemar Stewart also received clearance for his 2026 debut after a hyperextended knee cost him all of training camp and the preseason.
Hill's status could reshape the rotation, with T.J. Slaton and Kris Jenkins Jr. lined up for bigger interior roles and Landon Robinson a possible active option if Cincinnati wants five defensive tackles.

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