Joe Flacco Responds to Bengals Trade Before First Cincinnati Practice
Newly acquired Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco is enthusiastic about his new opportunity in Cincinnati. His agent, Joe Linta, conveyed Flacco’s sentiments in a recent interview, expressing gratitude for his time in Cleveland and excitement for a fresh challenge.
Flacco’s Transition to Cincinnati
At 40 years old, Flacco is looking to revitalize a Bengals offense that has struggled in the absence of star quarterback Joe Burrow. Linta stated, “Joe loves Cleveland and understands what happened over the last 4 weeks.” Flacco is eager to demonstrate his abilities on the field rather than remaining a backup.
First Game as Bengals Starter
Flacco is set to start for the Bengals in their upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor expressed confidence in Flacco’s capabilities. “He is a leader with a skill set that will fit our personnel well,” Taylor remarked.
- Experience: This is Flacco’s 18th NFL season.
- Performance in Cleveland: The Bengals struggled while Joe Burrow was sidelined, with a record of 113-37 against them.
- Statistics: In three starts, Browning registered 516 passing yards with four touchdowns and five interceptions.
Expectations for Offense
The Bengals look to harness Flacco’s elite arm talent to connect with key players like Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Burrow praised Flacco, saying, “He throws it better than a lot of people give him credit for.”
With Flacco at the helm, Cincinnati hopes to bounce back and make a push for the playoffs this season. Improved offensive performance will be critical, especially in the face of recent challenges. Fans eagerly await Flacco’s debut as they follow the unfolding season. For updates and insights, listeners can subscribe to the Bengals podcast on various platforms including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
