Nico Collins injury: Texans WR injures hamstring in practice

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is currently experiencing back tightness, which has limited his participation in practice on September 16. During the practice, Burrow took part in the team stretch but did not engage in full activities. After practice, he addressed his injury and expressed his intention to play against the Houston Texans on September 20.

Despite acknowledging some normal game-day soreness, Burrow remains confident about his participation, stating, "I feel good. Some normal game-day soreness, that's for sure. But I'll be all right."

Burrow ruled out any possibility of sitting out against the Texans due to precaution, emphasizing that every game is crucial and he is determined to be out there. Whether he will practice more this week remains uncertain, as it will depend on how he feels each day. The Bengals are required to release an injury report following each practice, documenting Burrow's practice status daily.

On September 18, the team will release a final injury report, likely around 1:30 p.m. ET, after the Cincinnati practice ends at 12:15 p.m. ET. Coach Zac Taylor will announce Burrow's game status after practice around 12:30 p.m. ET.

If Burrow is not listed with any game status on the final injury report, it indicates that he will play. The Bengals must decide on Burrow's activation by 11:30 a.m. ET/10:30 a.m. CT on September 20, when they must submit their inactive lists prior to kickoff. The Texans boast one of the NFL's strongest defenses, ranking 7th in sacks with 47, while also having their three premier edge rushers—Will Anderson, Danielle Hunter, and Jadeveon Clowney—returning for another season.