Trade Decline: LSU Sign back their formal player QB Joe Burrow from Bengals

In a stunning turn of events, LSU has announced that they will not pursue a trade to bring back their former star quarterback, Joe Burrow, from the Cincinnati Bengals. The decision comes after months of speculation and rumors suggesting that the Tigers were exploring the possibility of reuniting with the Heisman Trophy winner and 2020 NFL Draft first overall pick.

Burrow, 27, is widely regarded as one of the most successful quarterbacks in both college and professional football. His iconic 2019 season at LSU, where he led the Tigers to a National Championship and won the Heisman, remains one of the most impressive campaigns in college football history. Following that historic year, Burrow was selected by the Bengals and has since transformed the team into perennial playoff contenders, guiding them to a Super Bowl appearance in 2022.

Despite Burrow’s success at the NFL level, rumors of a potential return to LSU had swirled in recent months. Fans and analysts speculated that the Tigers might attempt to secure the superstar quarterback for a brief comeback, potentially as a way to boost the team’s current performance or even to inspire a new era of LSU football.

However, LSU Athletic Director Scott Woodward confirmed today that the university would not be pursuing a trade to bring Burrow back to Baton Rouge. “We have the utmost respect for Joe and everything he accomplished at LSU,” Woodward said in a statement. “Joe’s legacy is secure, and we will always celebrate his achievements. However, at this time, we are focused on our current roster and building for the future. We believe in the direction Coach Kelly and the team are heading, and we are committed to continuing to develop our quarterbacks and program from within.”

Burrow, who is under contract with the Bengals through the 2025 season, has remained tight-lipped about the rumors but expressed gratitude for the continued love and support from LSU fans. “LSU will always be home to me, and I’m proud of everything we accomplished there,” Burrow said in a brief statement. “I’m focused on winning a Super Bowl for Cincinnati, but I’ll always be cheering for LSU and looking forward to seeing how the team progresses in the years to come.”

The decision to decline a trade has disappointed some LSU fans, who had hoped to see Burrow return to the field in his college uniform. Still, the Tigers are optimistic about their current quarterback situation. With rising stars like Garrett Nussmeier and Walker Howard competing for the starting role, LSU remains confident in its future under head coach Brian Kelly.

As for Burrow, his commitment to the Bengals remains strong, and the team is gearing up for another playoff push in 2025. Burrow continues to be one of the brightest stars in the NFL, and while the idea of him returning to LSU may be a dream for some, his focus remains firmly on the NFL and leading the Bengals to a Super Bowl victory.