Overview

• Cincinnati acquired Flacco from Cleveland for a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2026 sixth, then named the 40-year-old the starter for Sunday at Green Bay.
• Coach Zac Taylor cited schematic fit and Flacco’s recent prep for the Packers, while teammates described a “smooth” first practice with strong command of protections and play calls.
• Green Bay defenders said they will pressure a porous Bengals line after holding Flacco to 142 yards and an interception in the Browns’ 13-10 win in Week 3.
• Skeptical analysts questioned the upside over Jake Browning, pointing to Flacco’s six interceptions in four games this season and limited mobility behind a line that has allowed heavy pressure.
• Cincinnati reshaped depth around the move, releasing backup quarterback Mike White and signing defensive tackle Howard Cross III to the practice squad.