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Browns Deal Joe Flacco to Bengals in Surprise Trade: Instant Grades

Browns Deal Joe Flacco to Bengals in Surprise Trade: Instant Grades

Summary

The Cleveland Browns traded quarterback Joe Flacco to the Cincinnati Bengals in exchange for a future fifth-round draft pick. The Bengals needed a veteran quarterback after losing their starter, Joe Burrow, to injury.

Key Facts

  • The Browns traded Joe Flacco to the Bengals for draft compensation.
  • The Bengals' previous quarterback, Jake Browning, struggled with eight interceptions in four games.
  • The Bengals hope Flacco's experience will help the team after three straight losses.
  • The trade involves Cincinnati receiving Joe Flacco and a sixth-round pick, while the Browns get a fifth-round pick.
  • The Browns have a varied group of quarterbacks, including Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders.
  • After the trade, the Browns hold 11 total draft picks, including two first-round selections for the future.
  • The trade is seen as beneficial for both teams, grading a B for Bengals and a B+ for Browns.

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