CINCINNATI — Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow turned to NBA superstar Kevin Durant for advice this offseason. Burrow and Durant have been in contact in the past, with Durant attending a Bengals-Ravens game at Paycor Stadium in 2023.

Burrow played in two series in the preseason opener against the Eagles on Aug. 7, and then three Monday against Washington, including the controversial play. Instead of sliding, Burrow attempted to extend a play on third down and ultimately had three defenders take him to the turf.