Summary
The Cincinnati Bengals have signed 41-year-old quarterback Joe Flacco to a one-year deal worth $6 million, with potential bonuses. This decision comes after Joe Burrow's injury last season, where Flacco temporarily took over. The Bengals hope to have a solid backup while Burrow returns as their starting quarterback.
Key Facts
- The Bengals signed Joe Flacco to a one-year contract for $6 million, plus $3 million in potential bonuses.
- Joe Burrow, the Bengals' main quarterback, was injured last season, leading to Flacco taking over for several games.
- Flacco played nine games last season for the Bengals, with six starts, and achieved a 1-5 record in those starts.
- Flacco threw for 1,664 passing yards, had 13 touchdown passes, and made four interceptions last season.
- The Bengals went 6-11 last season and did not make it to the playoffs.
- The team also signed another quarterback, Josh Johnson, to provide further support.
- The Bengals hold the 10th overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, which may impact their team strategy further.
