Joe Burrow’s back tightness raises questions for Bengals fans ahead of a crucial matchup with the Texans, but the star quarterback’s confident response—“If I’m not having surgery, I’ll be out there”—offers reassurance. Can Burrow shake off the soreness in time to lead Cincinnati’s offense, or will his injury history cast a shadow over gameday preparations? Observers closely watch the injury report for signs of his readiness, knowing past limited practices haven’t stopped Burrow from delivering standout performances. On the defensive front, the Bengals get a potential boost with Shamar Stewart’s full return to practice after a lingering knee injury. Stewart’s presence could inject fresh energy into a D-line already featuring big names like Boye Mafe, Myles Murphy, and Cassius Howell. Cincinnati aims to field a full-strength roster this Sunday—will injuries dictate the storyline, or are key players poised to rise above the adversity? Support us by supporting our sponsors! Kalshi Today's hit is sponsored by Kalshi. Download Kalshi and use code HIT to get $25 when you trade $25.