Overview
- Flacco sustained an AC joint sprain in his right shoulder during the Week 8 loss to the Jets, briefly exited, then returned for the final drive.
- He did not practice Wednesday and was a limited participant Thursday, with Ja'Marr Chase saying the quarterback looked like his usual self.
- If Flacco is ruled out, Jake Browning is expected to start and practice‑squad QB Sean Clifford remains an elevation option.
- Since joining Cincinnati, Flacco has completed 64.3% of his passes for 784 yards with seven touchdowns and no interceptions, fueling a surge for Chase, who has 38 catches for 346 yards and two TDs in that span.
- The 3-5 Bengals host the 4-3 Bears on Sunday at Paycor Stadium as coaches monitor Flacco’s shoulder through final evaluations.