Joe Flacco to Start Against Bengals on Sunday
Joe Flacco is set to start against the Bengals on Sunday, despite recent injury concerns. According to NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport, Flacco is optimistic about taking the field pending any last-minute developments.
Injury Status and Recent Performance
Flacco is recovering from an AC joint sprain sustained during last week’s loss to the Jets. He reported that his shoulder feels good, reinforcing confidence in his ability to play. Here’s a summary of his recent practice participation:
- Wednesday: Did not practice.
- Thursday: Limited participation.
- Friday: Did not participate.
Despite these setbacks, reports indicate a strong possibility of Flacco playing. However, uncertainty remains regarding how his shoulder will perform in-game.
Flacco’s Season Stats
So far this season, Flacco has made three starts for Cincinnati, following a trade from Cleveland. His performance metrics include:
- Completion Percentage: 64.3%
- Total Yards: 764
- Touchdowns: 7
- Interceptions: 0
In contrast, before joining the Bengals, he completed 58.1% of his passes for 815 yards, which included 2 touchdowns and 6 interceptions.
Backup Plan
If Flacco cannot play, Jake Browning will step in as the starting quarterback. Additionally, the Bengals have signed quarterback Sean Clifford to their 53-man roster, ensuring they have an emergency third option available.
