Bengals QB Joe Flacco Breaks 22-Year-Old NFL Record in Loss to Jets
Summary
Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco broke a long-standing NFL record during a game against the New York Jets. Despite his individual success, the Bengals lost the game 39-38 after a comeback by the Jets. Flacco, at age 40, made history with his performances over his last few games.Key Facts
- The Cincinnati Bengals lost to the New York Jets 39-38.
- The Jets made a significant comeback by scoring 23 points in the final quarter.
- Bengals QB Joe Flacco completed 21 of 34 passes for 223 yards and scored two passing touchdowns.
- Flacco became the oldest Bengal to score a touchdown at age 40, breaking a record held by Terrell Owens.
- Flacco is the first player over 40 to score multiple passing touchdowns and a 10-yard run in back-to-back games since 2003.
- He has played for seven NFL teams and has 47,296 career passing yards and 266 touchdowns.
- The Bengals traded for Flacco in October, sending a draft pick to the Browns.
- Cincinnati Bengals' current record is 3-5, with a game against the Chicago Bears up next.
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