The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero reports Joe Burrow (back) will play in Week 2 against the Texans.

20 September 2026

The Bengals called up Josh Johnson from the practice squad over the weekend, raising some eyebrows regarding Burrow’s health. The move, however, was purely a precaution. Burrow has already said he is playing this week. He remains near the top of the QB1 ranks despite a tough matchup with the Houston defense.