Keeping QBs upright a priority as Bengals host Jaguars

As far as their teams are concerned, giving the dynamic, creative quarterbacks better protection has become a pressing issue.

Burrow, the Bengals' rookie, has been sacked a league-high 14 times in the first three games, including eight in last week’s 23-23 tie with the Philadelphia Eagles.

The Bengals (0-2-1) are still seeking their first win — and Burrow his first NFL victory — as the Jaguars (1-2) come to town Sunday as the losers of two straight.

In Cincinnati, there has been much handwringing about the dismal performance of the offensive line. Burrow was throttled last week Sunday against the Eagles, getting hit 18 times. Still, he has emerged as one of the few bright spots for the…