Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals find themselves in a tough spot after two straight losses to start the 2024 NFL season, but an opportunity for redemption looms in Week 3, as they face the Washington Commanders at home on Monday Night Football.
Ahead of the game, Burrow made some bold statements on Thursday, September 19, sending a message to Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. He made it clear that neither he nor the Bengals are panicking despite their 0-2 start, emphasizing their focus on getting a win and improving daily.
“We’ve got to focus on getting better every day through our practice, and go out and execute when we have to execute on Monday. The rest will take care of itself. We’re in a fine spot. We’ve been here before. We’re not panicking,” Burrow said. “We’re focused on getting a win and getting better every day.”
The Washington Commanders, heading into Week 3, have one win under their belt, having defeated the New York Giants 21-18 in Week 2. That victory came as a relief after their Week 1 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Cam Taylor-Britt also sends a message
Cincinnati Bengals CB Cam Taylor-Britt also had something to say, offering his thoughts on the Commanders’ offense, which he described as simplistic and tailored to ease the pressure on rookie QB Jayden Daniels. Taylor-Britt expressed little concern over what Daniels might bring to the table.
“They don’t make him [Daniels] do a lot. They keep it really simple for him. Nice college offense. [Kliff] Kingsbury’s the OC, so they move guys around here and there. They just keep it real simple for him,” Taylor-Britt told the Cincinnati press on Thursday. “I heard his pass percentage is very high, but he’s only running some intermediate stuff, quick throws.”