After struggling with their quarterback situation, the Cincinnati Bengals have executed a trade to acquire Joe Flacco from the Cleveland Browns, hoping to turn their season around. Following Joe Burrow’s injury and the underwhelming performance of Jake Browning, who has dropped his first three starts, the Bengals have opted to bring in Flacco as a solution. Flacco, who was recently benched by Cleveland in favor of Dillon Gabriel, is expected to fill the starting role temporarily for Cincinnati. However, the situation remains unofficial until confirmed by the teams.
The Bengals’ decision comes as they grapple with a 2-3 record and an underperforming defense, which has allowed an average of 31.2 points per game this season, the worst mark in the league behind the New York Jets and Baltimore Ravens. Despite the move, the team still faces challenges, including the absence of Burrow until at least December and the upcoming matchups against the Green Bay Packers and Pittsburgh Steelers. The trade reflects the Bengals’ attempt to address quarterback instability and potentially improve their chances of securing a playoff spot. The outcome of this trade will be closely watched, especially as it could determine whether the Bengals can recover from their current struggles and make a push for the postseason.