Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow recently became another victim in a string of burglaries targeting NFL players, joining the ranks of Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. The incident occurred while Burrow was in Dallas for a Monday night game against the Cowboys. The NFL has issued a memo addressing these incidents, which are believed to be connected.

Burrow briefly addressed the burglary, expressing his discomfort with the invasion of privacy. He acknowledged the challenges of living in the public eye and the inherent compromise to personal privacy. He stated, "So obviously everybody has heard what has happened. I feel like my privacy has been violated in more ways than one. And way more is already out there than I would want out there and that I care to share, so that's all I got to say about that."

He continued, "We live a public life, and one of my least favorite parts of that is the lack of privacy. And that has been difficult for me to deal with my entire career. Still learning. But I understand it's the life that we choose. Doesn't make it any easier to deal with."

These burglaries have prompted increased security measures among players, with some, like Tua Tagovailoa, opting for armed security. The NFL's memo cautioned players about the potential dangers and advised them to be vigilant. Reports indicate that the FBI is investigating these incidents, suspecting a link to an international organized crime syndicate, specifically a South American group. At least one other NFL player besides Mahomes, Kelce, and Burrow has been targeted.

The league's memo also recommended practical steps for players to enhance their security, such as installing home security systems and refraining from sharing real-time location updates or displaying valuable possessions on social media.