The Cincinnati Bengals arrived in Madrid early this week for their NFL International Series game against the Atlanta Falcons, and quarterback Joe Burrow has made the most of the trip. Burrow visited the Museo del Prado on Wednesday, calling the experience "cool," and said he would like to explore more museums, art galleries, and do some shopping before Sunday's 9:30 a.m. ET kickoff.
Burrow Enjoys Anonymity, Hates Packing
Burrow noted he can walk around Madrid largely unrecognized, saying, "I love being out here so I can feel like a normal person for a little bit." He did run into a group of U.S. students who recognized him. The quarterback also revealed his least favorite task: packing a suitcase. "That's my least favorite thing to do in the entire world," Burrow said, crediting his mother and assistant Kyle Smith for handling his luggage.
Teammates Adjust and Explore
Right tackle Amarius Mims struggled with the six-hour time difference, waking at 12:30 a.m. CET on Wednesday, watching a full Philadelphia 76ers NBA game, and not falling back asleep until 3:30 a.m. CET. Mims also visited the Real Casa de Correos and walked around Madrid with the offensive line, where they encountered a Bengals fan. Wide receiver Tee Higgins is experiencing Europe for the first time. "Once I landed out here, I was like, 'I can't believe I actually crossed the Atlantic,'" Higgins said. He has 43 catches for 726 yards this season, leading the Bengals.
Bengals Fans Take Over Madrid
Bengals supporters have heavily outnumbered Falcons fans in the Spanish capital, potentially turning Atlanta's designated home game into a road atmosphere. The Bengals enter the game at 5-2, with a win setting up an AFC North showdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 10.
