NFL will investigate why Joe Burrow wasn't listed on the Bengals' injury report

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow's wrist injury went into the conspiracy realm during Thursday night's game.

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Bengals QB Joe Burrow suffers apparent sprained wrist in Thursday's loss to Ravens

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In the second quarter against the Baltimore Ravens, Burrow threw a touchdown but right after

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Burrow getting off the team bus, and when the video was slowed down,

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Burrow could be seen with what looked like a brace on his right hand

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Burrow wasn't listed on the injury report, and many fans wondered if the Bengals were playing games with the rep

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