Joe Flacco Re-Signs with Bengals for One-Year Deal Cincinnati has finalized a one-year contract with veteran quarterback Joe Flacco, securing his return for his 19th NFL season in 2026. The deal, worth up to $9 million, was first reported by ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Flacco, 41, will join the Bengals after spending the 2025 season with the team, where he appeared in 13 games, starting 10 and posting a 2-8 record. His re-signing adds depth to a quarterback room already featuring Joe Burrow and Josh Johnson. Flacco’s contract includes a base value of $6 million with potential incentives to reach the $9 million cap. Over his career, he has accumulated 209 games (201 starts), completing 4,417 of 7,167 passes (61.6% completion rate) for 48,176 yards, 272 touchdowns, and 172 interceptions. His passer rating of 84.1 ranks among the league’s top performers. Flacco was selected to his first Pro Bowl in 2025, following a standout five-game stint with the Browns that helped them reach the playoffs. In Cincinnati, Flacco will serve as the backup quarterback, stepping in as QB2 behind Burrow. The Bengals recently added Johnson to their roster, but Flacco’s return provides additional depth amid recent injuries to the quarterback position. His experience as a starter over the past two seasons, despite a 4-12 record, makes him a reliable option for spot starts. While his results as a starter have not always translated to wins, his familiarity with Zac Taylor’s system and proven durability make him a valuable asset. Flacco’s role as a backup ensures he remains a trusted option for the Bengals, offering stability in case of injury or underperformance by Burrow. His re-signing underscores the team’s commitment to maintaining a competitive quarterback room, even as they navigate the challenges of sustaining long-term success.#cincinnati_bengals #joe_flacco #joe_burrow #josh_johnson #zac_taylor
Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco is on the verge of staying in Cincinnati. On Tuesday, sources told WLWT that final details of the contract are being negotiated to bring back Flacco, 41, as Joe Burrow’s backup in Cincinnati. Flacco’s 2025 season was a tumultuous one, with the veteran starting the season as the Cleveland Browns’ starter before he was benched for rookie Dillon Gabriel and then traded to the Cincinnati Bengals weeks after Joe Burrow went down with an injury. Less than a week after Flacco was traded to the Bengals on Oct. 7, he took over starting duties from Jake Browning. Cincinnati went 1-5 in games started by Flacco, but few could blame the veteran signal caller for the team’s struggles. Flacco completed 61.7 percent of his passes, tossed 13 touchdowns, and had four interceptions. Including his four games with the Browns, Flacco finished the 2025 season with 15 passing touchdowns, 10 interceptions, and 2,479 passing yards. Flacco was named to the Pro Bowl roster as a replacement, joining wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins in Las Vegas. Earlier this year, Bengals offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher emphasized the organization’s desire to bring Flacco back into the fold.#cincinnati_bengals #joe_flacco #joe_burrow #dillon_gabriel #dan_pitcher
