Bengals news: Joe Burrow on the sidelines, questioning a playoff return and more

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is the biggest news item surrounding the team right now.

That’s usually the case — but not to this degree as fans await the official word on the extent of his injury and return timeline.

In the meantime, the Bengals started prep for a showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers by going through a walkthrough and making a round of media interviews.

There, onlookers found out things like Burrow’s plan to be on the sidelines next week and a coach even answered the question about whether Burrow might return for the playoffs.

Here’s a look at the must-know Bengals news, notes and quotes for November 21.

Joe Burrow on the sidelines -- Bengals Wire

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This has been one of the most repeated questions since the team announced Burrow was out for the year. Now we have an answer — yes, Burrow will be there on the sidelines with a headset to help along Jake Browning against the Steelers.

Burrow playoff return? -- Bengals Wire

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The biggest question? Whether or not Burrow would be able to make it back if the Bengals sneak into the playoffs. Zac Taylor answered that on Monday, giving the expected response.

Bengals roster moves -- Bengals Wire

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The Bengals added a quarterback to the practice squad on Monday, plus made a few other minor moves worth highlighting.

Steelers vs. QB making first NFL start -- Bengals.com

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A fun tidbit about how the Steelers usually handle first-time QBs before this showdown with Browning:

Jake Browning endorsement -- Bengals.com

Fun clip of Zac Taylor throwing support behind Browning.

Story originally appeared on Bengals Wire