Joe Flacco Reunites with Former Browns Teammates, Achieves Career First as Bengals QB
Joe Flacco, the veteran quarterback, has achieved a significant milestone in his 18-year NFL career. He was recently named to the AFC roster for the 2026 Pro Bowl. This marks his first selection to the Pro Bowl, a notable achievement for the former Super Bowl MVP.
Pro Bowl Selection Details
The Pro Bowl Games take place on February 3, 2026, in San Francisco. Flacco will be accompanied by two of his Bengals teammates, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Higgins earned his spot as a replacement for Ravens receiver Zay Flowers.
Career Stats with the Bengals
- Games Played: 13
- Games Started: 10
- Pass Completion Rate: 60.3%
- Total Passing Yards: 2,479
- Touchdowns: 15
- Interceptions: 10
Flacco joined the Cincinnati Bengals on October 7, after starting the season with the Cleveland Browns. Despite not leading the Bengals to success in all his starts, he demonstrated impressive individual performances. Notably, he threw for 342 yards and three touchdowns in a 33-31 victory over the Steelers in Week 7. Additionally, he set a personal record by throwing for 470 yards and four touchdowns against the Bears.
Teammate Familiarity and Future Prospects
Flacco is set to play alongside Shedeur Sanders, a rookie quarterback he knows well. Sanders was selected as a Pro Bowl replacement for Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, who will participate in Super Bowl 60 on February 8.
Other former Browns teammates, Myles Garrett and Denzel Ward, will also join Flacco and Sanders at the Pro Bowl. Flacco’s connection to his former team remains strong, as he has expressed his support for Sanders, who took over as the Browns’ starter for the latter part of the season.
Flacco’s Closing Season
After Joe Burrow returned from injury, Flacco’s opportunities became limited. He stepped in during the Bengals’ wins over the Dolphins and Cardinals and made a brief appearance against the Browns in their final game, notably rushing for two yards on a QB sneak.
Flacco’s journey through this season showcases both his resilience and his leadership in the face of challenges. With a Pro Bowl appearance now on his resume, he continues to solidify his legacy in the NFL.
