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Joe Burrow Siblings: Meet Jamie and Dan Burrow, Bengals QB’s Brothers Who Pursued Medical Sales following College Football Careers

Published 04/18/2024, 4:41 AM EDT

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Despite struggling with the worst wrist injury last season, Cincinnati Bengals’ QB Joe Burrow seems determined for the upcoming season. Despite the tough times, he is heading with an optimistic mindset, especially owing to his brother’s and family’s support. Notably, the quarterback always credits his brothers for his profound life and it is also said that he stands where he is due to their backing. So naturally, as he rises to prominence, many people have become curious about his accomplished siblings.

Jamie and Dan Burrow, both older than the Cincinnati Bengals QB, reportedly left their legacy in the NCAA football playoff, leaving a great impact on Joe’s life. From their shared experiences at Nebraska to their steadfast support for their little brother’s football career, the Burrow brothers have built an intense bond that surpasses geographical boundaries. Joe’s accomplishment brought the Burrow brothers closer together, leaving a substantial impact on their family relations. Surprisingly, despite their collegiate-level NFL career, the two siblings went on to pursue medical sales field.

Joe Burrow following his brother Jamie’s legacy

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Following his family’s NFL rituals, Jamie Burrow inspired his younger brother Joe Burrow, during his college days. A former football collegiate athlete, Jamie played for Nebraska University as a linebacker, astonishing the fans with his notable performances. For his splendid performances during his senior season, the older brother of former LSU QB Joe led his squad to a 10-4 record victory in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl. He achieved Second-Team All-Big 12 awards, inspiring his dearest brother, Joe to achieve his football glory. Jamie was also known for his mentorship as a football assistant coach at Ohio University.

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However, after having a remarkable NCAA football career, Jamie Burrow transitioned himself into the medical sales field. He proved himself as a medical sales manager by engaging himself in day-to-day operations and strategic planning. He also worked toward the growth of medical organizations, besides acquiring finance, and boosting productivity.

With medical experience, he also tried his luck in hotel management, becoming an owner of the Burrow Restaurant Group restaurant ‘The Early Bird’. As for the former player’s personal life, he has been residing with his wife and two kids in Omaha.

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While Jamie Burrow has significant has great contributions in Joe’s life, Dan Burrow has also expertly handled his role as a big brother, while juggling multiple careers options throughout his life!

Dan Burrow is a man of many talents!

Like his elder brother, Dan Burrow also left his mark as a student football player during his college years at Nebraska. From 2000 to 2004, Dan Burrow played as a defensive back, captivating the football enthusiast with his eye-catching performances. Due to his better understanding of football, he guided many school players as an HC football team’s head coach at Athens High School in Athens, Ohio, since 2009. Additionally, he worked in the financial sector, transitioning to teaching and coaching, before entering the medical sales field.

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Given their experiences at Nebraska and their father’s legacy as a former NFL and CFL defensive back in the 1970s and 1980s, it has immensely helped Joe to learn key aspects and forge his own path as a Quarterback. The bond that the brothers share truly shows how older siblings are sometimes akin to parents!

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Shivangi Agrawal

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Shivangi Agrawal is an Olympic Sports writer at EssentiallySports who specializes in NCAA wrestling and swimming. She stepped into ES with 7 years of journalistic experience, having worked with prominent media entities like Network 18, where she worked as a Senior Copy Editor. With her coverage of icons like Kayla Miracle and A.
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Ariva Debnath