Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow will undergo toe surgery and miss at least three months, with a December 14 return possible if healing holds. Jake Browning steps in as the starter while Cincinnati surveys free-agent options behind him. Cincinnati sits 2-0 in the AFC North, but the absence shifts offensive expectations and betting lines as they head to Minnesota.

The team is navigating the top-level shift without its quarterback, aiming to hold the division lead as Browning gains real game reps and the organization weighs emergency depth. The scenario sets up a critical test for the Bengals’ offense and fantasy managers alike as December looms.

Week 3 DST streaming guide highlights four defenses with strong single-week upside: Green Bay at Cleveland, Jacksonville at Houston, Indianapolis at Tennessee, and Atlanta at Carolina. Each matchup yields sacks, turnovers, and modest point totals, with all four defenses rostered in under half of leagues, making them smart one-week rentals for Week 3.

Smart streaming here means chasing favorable matchups and avoiding overplayed units. These options offer clear paths to a fantasy edge—pressure, chaos, and upside without long-term commitments—perfect for managers looking to squeeze value from the Week 3 slate.