JD Vance’s visit to Cincinnati Bengals practice facility draws attention after players accused of ‘ignoring’ VP

He was accompanied by a large police presence as he toured the facility and greeted players.An 18-second video filmed from an office window showed Bengals players walking towards the locker room as Vance stood nearby. Most appeared to pass him without stopping, while one player shook his hand.The footage circulated online, prompting comments from fans about the players’ apparent lack of interaction with the vice president.ALSO READ: US launches nationwide operation targeting undocumented immigrants accused of SNAP fraudJoe Burrow says he did not meet VanceBengals quarterback Joe Burrow was asked about Vance’s visit after practice.

He said he did not get an opportunity to interact with the vice president.“He came with everybody and left with swiftness and efficiency before the end of practice, so I didn’t get to (talk with him),” Burrow said, as per reports.He added that there were “a lot of people around”.Burrow also spoke about the attention the team receives from visitors and fans, saying, “That’s what I love about what I do is it brings a lot of people together.”He added that people take time out of their day to watch the team and the work he puts in.ALSO READ: Texas GOP candidate Brandon Herrera sparks backlash over joke about sending kittens to Chinese restaurantsBengals prepare for Ravens gameVance’s visit came as the Bengals prepare for their next game against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.Cincinnati entered the game with a 3-2 record, while Baltimore stood at 4-2.The video did not establish why most players did not stop to greet Vance, and the report did not indicate that the players had deliberately avoided him.Asmi is a Senior Content Producer primarily covering stories related to NRIs, immigration, visas, citizenship and global mobility. She closely follows developments that affect Indians living, working and studying abroad, with a particular focus on translating complex policies and international developments into clear, accessible stories for readers.

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