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Sports Illustrated ranks 32 NFL backup QBs for 2026, led by Joe Flacco at No. 1, with Mac Jones No. 2, Tua Tagovailoa No. 3, Jameis Winston No. 4, and rookie Fernando Mendoza No. 5, while noting new entrants and ongoing QB battles across teams.
Joe Flacco, age 41, re-signed with the Cincinnati Bengals for his 19th NFL season, returning as the veteran backup behind Joe Burrow after a standout stretch filling in last season. Flacco said he loves the Bengals’ building and culture, and his decision was guided by gut feeling and positive relationships with Bengals staff and teammates. The move reunites him with coach Zac Taylor and other familiar figures, following a year that included a 470-yard game against the Bears and key performances that helped secure Burrow’s workload future as Cincinnati prioritizes experienced depth behind their star quarterback.
The Cincinnati Bengals re-signed veteran quarterback Joe Flacco to a one-year contract worth up to $9 million to serve as Burrow’s backup after a six-game stint as starter last season; Cincinnati also added Josh Johnson, but Flacco remains the preferred insurance behind the high-powered offense, prompting social-media reactions.
Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco, 41, re-signed with the Cincinnati Bengals on a one-year, $6 million contract that could reach $9 million with incentives. After being traded to Cincinnati in 2025, he played nine games (six starts) with 1,664 passing yards and 13 touchdowns and earned a Pro Bowl nod as a roster replacement, with indications he could return for his 19th NFL season in Cincinnati.
Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco agreed to a one-year contract to return to the Cincinnati Bengals, after he appeared in nine games (six starts) in 2025 following a midseason trade from the Browns; he now provides depth behind Joe Burrow, Josh Johnson and Sean Clifford.
Joe Flacco has re-signed with the Cincinnati Bengals on a one-year deal for 2026, securing him as the team’s QB2 behind Joe Burrow and potentially shaping the QB3 competition with Josh Johnson. The veteran brings veteran leadership and a trusted option if Burrow is sidelined again, though the defense will need to improve for Flacco to maximize the team’s fortunes.
Las Vegas is reportedly planning to draft Fernando Mendoza in 2026 and would like a veteran quarterback to mentor him, with 41-year-old Joe Flacco identified as a potential backup/bridge behind Mendoza. Aidan O’Connell is currently the only other QB on the roster, and ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler floated Vegas as a possible destination for Flacco, though other teams were mentioned as well.
Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco earned his first Pro Bowl selection, named to the AFC roster for the 2026 Pro Bowl Games after starting six of Cincinnati's 2025 games post-trade; he threw for 2,479 yards and 15 touchdowns with 10 interceptions on 251-of-416 passing in 13 appearances, highlighted by a 470-yard game and a 342-yard, three-TD performance against Pittsburgh, as Cincinnati prepared for the Pro Bowl on Feb. 3, 2026 in San Francisco on ESPN.
Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco, now 41, says he’d consider playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026 if the opportunity arises, keeping the door open for a potential AFC North reunion after a career that includes a Ravens Super Bowl and stops in Denver, New York, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Indianapolis. In 2024 he backed up Anthony Richardson with the Colts and started six games; in 2025 he filled in for an injured Joe Burrow with Cincinnati, helping the Bengals win a primetime clash with Pittsburgh and finishing the season with 15 TDs and 10 INTs. With his age and backup status, his market may be limited, but he remains eager to play if a team calls.
A Bengals-focused news roundup covers quarterback Joe Flacco’s lingering questions about his playing future, the Ravens’ fresh coaching era, and a setback for the Bengals after drafting Jermaine Burton 80th overall in 2024 and cutting him by 2025 with no new team signed yet. It also notes coaching staff speculation, including potential moves for Dan Pitcher amid Hafley-era reshuffles, highlighting ongoing AFC North turnover and rivalry dynamics.
Joe Flacco, nearing his 41st birthday, expresses his desire to continue playing in his 19th NFL season, potentially as Joe Burrow’s backup for the Bengals, emphasizing his love for the game over stats. The Bengals' special teams rank highly despite injuries, with notable contributions from players like Evan McPherson and Tycen Anderson. The upcoming game features Myles Garrett chasing a sack record and other key player updates.
Joe Burrow praises veteran quarterback Joe Flacco for his effective play and positive presence with the Cincinnati Bengals, highlighting Flacco's accuracy, leadership, and the team's improved offensive performance despite some losses.
The Bears narrowly defeated the Bengals 47-42 in an exhilarating NFL game with eight lead changes, highlighted by Joe Flacco's 470 passing yards and Caleb Williams' three touchdowns, with the Bears securing the win in the final seconds, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
Joe Flacco will start at quarterback for the Bengals in Week 9 despite a shoulder injury, while Trey Hendrickson is inactive due to a hip injury. The article details other inactive players across various NFL games for Week 9.
Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco, who is questionable due to a shoulder injury, plans to start against the Bears on Sunday, with his participation depending on his condition. If he cannot play, Jake Browning will take over, and Sean Clifford has been added as an emergency backup.