Mike Tomlin Criticizes Browns for Trading Joe Flacco to Bengals Ahead of Prime-Time Matchup
Flacco called the remarks gamesmanship, with Cincinnati teammates brushing off the noise.
Overview
- Tomlin labeled the move "shocking" and questioned GM Andrew Berry for sending a quarterback he viewed as an opening starter to a division rival in need.
- Flacco responded that Tomlin is "probably just playing the game a little bit" and doing what he has to do before the game.
- Ja'Marr Chase dismissed the commentary, saying he did not care about it and that he "kept scrolling."
- Pittsburgh takes a three-game winning streak into Thursday Night Football against Cincinnati at Paycor Stadium in Week 7.
- Coverage notes a veteran quarterback showcase with 40-year-old Flacco and 41-year-old Aaron Rodgers, and recalls Flacco leading the Colts past Pittsburgh last season.