Joe Flacco Rejoins the Bengals: Reports

Reports say Joe Flacco rejoined the Bengals, according to multiple news outlets. Filmogaz.com reviewed the roster implications and career context.

Veteran status and roster placement

Flacco retains the franchise record as the Bengals’ oldest player ever. He now stands ahead of veteran quarterback Josh Johnson on the depth chart.

Johnson signed a one-year contract on Sunday. That deal came about two months before his 40th birthday.

Shared history with Josh Johnson

The two quarterbacks have crossed paths before. They were teammates during the Baltimore offseason in 2015.

They also spent time together briefly with the New York Jets in 2021.

Performance and praise

Johnson praised Flacco’s recent form and expressed no surprise at his strong play last season. Teammates and peers have highlighted his continued competitiveness.

Flacco is entering his 19th NFL season. He has said he intends to keep playing.

Career milestones and rankings

Flacco ranks 14th on the NFL’s all-time passing yards list. He sits 1,824 yards short of 50,000 career passing yards.

He is 21st in career touchdown passes, one shy of Joe Montana’s total of 273. That places Flacco at 272 career touchdown passes.

What this means for Cincinnati

The Bengals add experience to their quarterback room. Flacco’s presence provides depth and leadership for younger players.

Filmogaz.com will continue to follow roster moves and report updates as they develop.