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Bengals Advised to Trade for Former No. 1 Pick Amid Joe Burrow Injury

Bengals Advised to Trade for Former No. 1 Pick Amid Joe Burrow Injury

Summary

The Cincinnati Bengals are considering trading for a new quarterback because their current backup, Jake Browning, has not performed well in games replacing injured starter Joe Burrow. One suggested option is Jameis Winston from the New York Giants. The Bengals are facing offensive challenges and may look for changes if problems continue.

Key Facts

  • The Bengals' backup quarterback Jake Browning has gone 0-2 in games played this season.
  • In these games, Browning recorded 506 passing yards, three touchdowns, and five interceptions.
  • The team scored only 13 points in two recent games, both losses.
  • The Bengals may look at trade options if their offensive struggles persist.
  • Jameis Winston, a 2015 No. 1 draft pick, is suggested as a trade option for the Bengals.
  • Winston has a career record of 36 wins and 51 losses as a starting quarterback in the NFL.
  • Last season, while with the Cleveland Browns, Winston started seven games with a 2-5 record.
  • Winston threw for 24,225 passing yards, 154 touchdowns, and 111 interceptions in his career so far.

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