With Joe Burrow out after toe surgery, Bengals’ coach Zac Taylor turns to Jake Browning. But can the offense stay sharp without its star QB?

“To answer the question, Jake Browning with these weapons can win a fair share of games. This staff can recalibrate the offense around what Browning does best, and they still have Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and company,” wrote The Athletic’s Paul Dehner Jr.

So yes, the 29-year-old has the tools to keep Cincinnati moving, even if he can’t replicate Burrow’s magic. Still, concerns remain. As Dehner Jr. explained , Browning can steer the ship, but he can’t lift all boats. He predicts the Bengals landing between seven and 10 wins.

“Perhaps we have the drama of a potential Burrow return in December with the team still relevant, but there are to

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