The Bengals had little to worry about on their injury reports to start the year, but going into week 3, things have picked up significantly. Most notable, star QB Joe Burrow will be out for at least the next 3 months after picking up a grade 3 turf toe injury against the Jaguars. He was placed on IR, and reportedly underwent successful surgery on Friday morning to repair the damage. Jake Browning will continue to fill in, and the Bengals made some additional transitions this week to add some depth to the room.
Also out is rookie 1st round pick Shemar Stewart. This one will be a blow to the defence, as he had been the most effective rusher, outside of Trey Hendrickson. CB Cam Taylor-Britt is doubtful with a hamstring injury, while DJ Turner is questionable with the same thing. Turner is trending towards playing, and if Taylor-Britt does miss, this means that Daxton Hill and Turner will start on the boundary, with Josh Newton likely getting work in the slot.
For the Vikings, they will be without starting QB JJ McCarthy. The first year starter has had a tough go of things thus far, but did lead an impressive 4th quarter comeback over the Bears in week 1. Veteran Carson Wentz will start in his place. Meanwhile, OT Christian Darrisaw is working his way back from a knee injury suffered last season. He has not yet appeared this season, and the Vikings offensive line has been abysmal without him. Darrisaw is listed as questionable, and would provide a boost if he can return.
Also out for the Vikings are starting C Ryan Kelly and OT Justin Skule. In addition to Darrisaw, Austin Keys, Harrison Smith, and Andrew Van Ginkel are all listed as questionable.
Cincinnati Bengals:
| Position: | Player: | Injury: | Participation in Practice: | Game Status: |
| DE | Shemar Stewart | Ankle | Did Not Participate | OUT |
| CB | Cam Taylor-Britt | Hamstring | Did Not Participate | Doubtful |
| CB | DJ Turner | Hamstring | Limited Participation | Questionable |
| LB | Logan Wilson | Ankle | Full Participation | — |
| G | Dylan Fairchild | Shoulder | Full Participation | — |
| DT | BJ Hill | Not Injury Related – Rest | Full Participation | — |
*Based on Friday’s Report
Minnesota Vikings:
| Position: | Player: | Injury: | Participation in Practice: | Game Status: |
| QB | JJ McCarthy | Ankle | Did Not Participate | OUT |
| C | Ryan Kelly | Concussion | Limited Participation | OUT |
| OT | Justin Skule | Concussion | Limited Participation | OUT |
| LB | Austin Keys | Groin | Limited Participation | Questionable |
| S | Harrison Smith | Illness | Limited Participation | Questionable |
| OT | Christian Darrisaw | Knee | Full Participation | Questionable |
| OLB | Andrew Van Ginkel | Concussion | Full Participation | Questionable |
| DE | Jonathan Greenard | Oblique | Full Participation | — |
| TE | Josh Oliver | Ankle | Full Participation | — |
| CB | Jeff Okudah | Concussion | Full Participation | — |
| G | Donovan Jackson | Wrist | Full Participation | — |
| S | Theo Jackson | Hip | Full Participation | — |
*Based on Friday’s Report
