Joe Burrow Short biography
Joseph "Joe" Burrow is an American professional football quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals. Born December 10, 1996, in Ames, Iowa, Burrow was a star athlete at Athens High School. He played college football at Ohio State before transferring to LSU, where he had a record-breaking senior season in 2019, winning the Heisman Trophy and leading the Tigers to the College Football Playoff National Championship. Drafted first overall by the Bengals in the 2020 NFL Draft, Burrow quickly transformed the franchise. He led the Bengals to their first Super Bowl appearance in 34 years in 2022 and signed a historic contract extension in 2023, making him the highest-paid player in NFL history. Known for his composure and accuracy, Burrow is a cornerstone of the Bengals' success.