Bengals QB Joe Burrow Showcases Piano Skills in Offseason

The two-time Pro Bowler taught himself to play piano during his 2024 wrist surgery recovery.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 6:15pm

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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, 29, has showcased his piano skills in a viral video shared on social media. Burrow first picked up the piano in the 2024 offseason while recovering from wrist surgery, teaching himself to play by watching YouTube tutorials. The video shows Burrow playing an all-white piano, with fans debating the song he was performing, with 'Bella's Lullaby' from Twilight and Taylor Swift's 'Tolerate It' being the most popular guesses.

Why it matters

Burrow's piano skills showcase his wide-ranging interests and talents beyond just football. The quarterback has also been known for his fascination with fossils, even gifting dinosaur, bear, and mammoth fossils to his offensive line. Burrow's offseason hobbies and activities provide a glimpse into the multi-faceted personality of one of the NFL's rising stars.

The details

Burrow first took up the piano in the 2024 offseason while recovering from wrist surgery. He told the media that June that he learned how to play by watching YouTube videos, saying 'I'm learning the piano right now, hopefully I can get pretty good at that by next offseason.' Burrow added that learning the piano helped with his wrist and hand dexterity during his rehab.

  • Burrow first took up the piano in the 2024 offseason.
  • Burrow shared the viral video of himself playing piano on January 26, 2026.

The players

Joe Burrow

The 29-year-old quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals, a two-time Pro Bowler who is known for his wide-ranging interests beyond football, including playing the piano and collecting fossils.

Zacciah Saltzman

Burrow's friend who shared the video of Burrow playing piano on Instagram.

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What they’re saying

“I'm learning the piano right now, hopefully I can get pretty good at that by next offseason. I guess it'll be pretty tough during the season, but it's helped my rehab too for my wrist, so that's something I want to get good at.”

— Joe Burrow

What’s next

Burrow will look to stay healthy in the 2026 season after missing nine games in 2025 due to a turf toe injury. The Bengals have over $55 million in cap space this offseason and will need to address several roster holes around their star quarterback.

The takeaway

Joe Burrow's offseason hobby of learning to play the piano showcases his diverse interests and talents beyond just football. His ability to pick up new skills like the piano during his recovery from injury highlights Burrow's dedication and adaptability, providing a glimpse into the multi-faceted personality of one of the NFL's rising stars.