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Mark Schofield

Joe Burrow’s impressive learning curve

Playing quarterback at any level is a constant process of learning and development. Making mistakes and using the information gained from those in future situations is how QBs get better. Seeing it happen over the course of a few plays is impressive from the most seasoned of veterans.

It’s almost unheard of when it happens with a rookie.

But that was the case on Thursday night with Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow. Within the span of just a few plays against the Cleveland Browns, Burrow first misses an opportunity for a big completion downfield against a particular coverage, then comes right back for his first NFL touchdown pass against that same look:

Sure the Bengals are 0-2. But with a learning curve like this from their rookie quarterback, the wins are sure to follow.

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