Joe Burrow, the Cincinnati Bengals’ star quarterback, faced a harrowing situation off the field Monday night when his Ohio home was reportedly broken into while he was away leading his team to victory, as reported by The U.S. Sun.

According to authorities, the incident occurred during Burrow’s appearance in a Monday Night Football game against the Dallas Cowboys, where he secured a thrilling 27-20 win.

Burrow, 28, resides in Anderson Township with his girlfriend, Olivia Holzmacher. Reports indicate that Holzmacher was in the home at the time of the break-in.

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A 911 call, made by a woman identified as Holzmacher’s mother, revealed the panic of the situation.

“Someone is trying to break into the house right now,” the caller told dispatchers, according to NBC affiliate WLWT.

“My daughter is there. This is Joe Burrow’s house. She’s wondering what she should do—if she should be hiding or if she should go outside.”

During the call, the woman relayed information to a security guard present at the property, as confirmed by the dispatcher. While no immediate updates from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office have been shared, the incident is reportedly part of a troubling trend targeting professional athletes.

The NFL recently issued a security alert to players and teams following a surge in burglaries targeting high-profile players.

Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce have also been victims. Kelce’s home in Leawood, Kansas, was burglarized earlier this year, with thieves stealing his first Super Bowl jersey among other valuables.

An FBI investigation is underway, working alongside local law enforcement to address what officials have described as an organized crime spree crossing state lines.

While it is unclear if the break-in at Burrow’s home is connected to this broader operation, the FBI’s involvement highlights the seriousness of the situation. The league’s memo cautioned players that “organized and skilled groups” are increasingly targeting the homes of athletes across various sports.

Burrow, who joined the Bengals in 2020 as the first overall draft pick, has become a key figure in the NFL. Unfortunately, his rising stardom seems to have made him a target for these brazen criminals.

The NFL has urged players to take extra precautions to secure their properties and remain vigilant. Meanwhile, fans are left wondering if professional athletes are now facing a new opponent—one that doesn’t play by the rules.

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