Bootleg Football on Joe Burrow

PodcastIs our team good, or is their team bad?September 15, 2026

From the episode

You give Burrow that kind of support and they can win games like this one where Jamar Chase gets 12 yards on two catches. I don't remember the last time they were able to win a game that way where like Joe didn't really pop off.

Mentioned at 5:14 – 5:40

STACKED’s take

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Burrow wins with defense support; didn't need to carry offense in Week 1

Burrow received strong defensive support from Cincinnati's revamped pass rush in Week 1, allowing the Bengals to win without relying on his typical explosive performance. The source emphasizes that Burrow didn't need to 'pop off' because the defense forced four turnovers and generated consistent pressure, giving him a new dimension of team balance.