Joe Burrow Sees Similarities Between Bengals, 2019 LSU, 'There's So Much Greatness' We Can Achieve

Joe Burrow is embracing the pressure of the 2026 season, comparing it to LSU’s historic 2019 run. After a minicamp workout, he said the added expectations from the Bengals’ offseason additions, including Dexter Lawrence II, suit the team’s ambitions. Burrow stressed that those around him want to be in the spotlight and that he’s excited to start training camp. On paper, Cincinnati returns much of its offense while bolstering the defense with Lawrence II, plus pass-rush mates Boye Mafe, Jonathan Allen and Cashius Howell. Bleacher Report gave the Bengals a B-plus for their offseason moves, and Burrow acknowledged the AFC North’s competitiveness.