While Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase didn’t get that storybook return to the New Orleans area in the Super Bowl itself, it’s still a homecoming of sorts for the Bengals quarterback. Onlookers constantly caught sight of Burrow from Saturday onward and shared some of the moments on social media.

Joe Burrow is emerging as a strong advocate for retaining the Cincinnati Bengals ' top players. He’s particularly worried about defensive end Trey Hendrickson, who’s playing in his final contract year, and wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase, who has just one season left on his deal.