The Cincinnati Bengals have secured veteran quarterback Joe Flacco in a trade with the Cleveland Browns. The deal also includes a sixth-round draft pick for 2026, while the Bengals will send a fifth-round pick in the same year to Cleveland. In addition, Cincinnati has made the decision to release quarterback Brett Rypien.
Details of the Trade
- Acquired: Joe Flacco, QB
- From: Cleveland Browns
- Included in Trade: 2026 sixth-round draft pick
- Given Up: 2026 fifth-round draft choice
Profile of Joe Flacco
Joe Flacco, standing at 6 feet 6 inches and weighing 245 pounds, brings 18 years of NFL experience to the Bengals. He was originally selected as a first-round draft pick by the Baltimore Ravens in 2008.
Career Highlights
- Regular Season Games: 200
- Starts: 195
- Teams:
- Baltimore Ravens (2008-2018)
- Denver Broncos (2019)
- New York Jets (2020-2021)
- Cleveland Browns (2023, 2025)
- Indianapolis Colts (2024)
- Passing Stats:
- Completions: 4,259
- Attempts: 6,911
- Yards: 46,512
- Touchdowns: 259
- Interceptions: 168
- Rushing Stats:
- Attempts: 392
- Yards: 903
- Touchdowns: 16
- Postseason Games: 16
- Postseason Passing Stats:
- Completions: 287
- Attempts: 493
- Yards: 3,530
- Touchdowns: 26
- Interceptions: 12
Comments from the Bengals
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor expressed enthusiasm about Flacco’s arrival. “Joe is an experienced quarterback with a history of winning. He is a leader with a skill set that will fit our personnel well,” said Taylor. “We are excited to have him on our team.”
Information on Brett Rypien
Brett Rypien, who spent three games on the Bengals’ active roster, was recently signed from Cincinnati’s practice squad on September 16. Following the trade, the Bengals opted to release Rypien.
