Bengals Acquire Joe Flacco from Browns, Sources Confirm

The Cincinnati Bengals have made a significant move by acquiring quarterback Joe Flacco from the Cleveland Browns. This trade addresses the team’s pressing need for a reliable leader under center as they navigate a challenging season.
Bengals Acquire Joe Flacco from Browns
Sources confirmed the transaction, detailing the terms of the trade. Along with Flacco, the Bengals will receive a sixth-round draft pick. Conversely, the Browns will acquire a fifth-round draft pick as part of the exchange.
Quarterback Situation
Flacco joins the Bengals just two days after head coach Zac Taylor expressed uncertainty regarding Jake Browning’s role as the starting quarterback. The team has struggled since Joe Burrow suffered a toe injury in Week 2. As a result, they have lost all three games following Burrow’s injury, raising concerns about their offensive performance.
- Quarterback Joe Flacco acquired from Cleveland Browns
- Bengals receive a sixth-round draft pick
- Browns acquire a fifth-round draft pick
- Flacco’s addition comes after Bengals’ coach’s comments on starting QB
- Bengals have faced three consecutive losses since Burrow’s injury
Jake Browning has struggled significantly in this period, contributing to the Bengals’ difficulties with eight interceptions. With Flacco on board, Cincinnati hopes to stabilize their quarterback situation and improve their chances moving forward.