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  • Set to resume backup role

    With Joe Burrow (toe) having been activated off IR, Flacco is in line to to work as the Bengals' No. 2 QB in Thursday's game against the Ravens.

    Analysis: After arriving via a trade with the Browns in October, the veteran QB drew six starts for the Bengals, who went 1-5 in that span. With Burrow back in the starting lineup, Flacco is worth rostering only by those in deeper fantasy leagues or by Burrow managers who have the flexibility/bench space to keep his backup on hand.

    Published: Wed, Nov 26 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Full participant Tuesday

    Flacco (shoulder/finger) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice.

    Analysis: Flacco was considered limited on Monday's estimated injury report while managing a pair of injuries, but he's now on track to be available for Thursday's matchup with the Ravens. With Joe Burrow (toe) expected to return from injured reserve following a nine-game absence, Flacco will be in line for No. 2 quarterback duties against Baltimore.

    Published: Tue, Nov 25 at 6:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Estimated as limited in practice

    Flacco (shoulder/finger) was estimated as a limited participant on Monday's practice report, Jay Morrison of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: The Bengals didn't actually practice Monday but were required to post an injury report ahead of Thursday night's game against the Ravens. Flacco has been dealing with the shoulder issue for weeks and now has a finger injury. The big news for Cincinnati is Joe Burrow's (toe) estimation as a full participant, and he's expected to be under center on Thanksgiving night.

    Published: Mon, Nov 24 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet day in loss to Pats

    Flacco completed 19 of 37 passing for 183 yards and a touchdown with an interception in Sunday's 26-20 loss to the Patriots. He added three yards on his lone carry.

    Analysis: The 40-year-old quarterback was held in check most of the day by the New England defense, but Flacco did find Mitchell Tinsley for a 17-yard score with less than five minutes left in the fourth quarter as the Bengals tried to mound a comeback. Flacco did leave the game briefly just prior to tossing the TD in order to to get checked out for a finger issue, but his health may not be a major concern for the Bengals in Week 13 if Joe Burrow (toe) is ready to return for a Thanksgiving clash with the…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to start Sunday

    Flacco will start Sunday's game against the Patriots with the Bengals electing not to activate Joe Burrow (toe) from injured reserve this week, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Burrow was a full participant in practice throughout the week and was listed as questionable following Friday's session, but the Bengals have ultimately decided to give him four more days to rest up in preparation of having him make his return from IR ahead of next Thursday's game in Baltimore. As a result, Flacco will be under center for a sixth straight game while Jake Browning serves as the Bengals' backup quarterback. With Ja'Marr Chase (suspension) sitting out Sunday, wideouts Tee Higgins…read more

    Published: Sat, Nov 22 at 6:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Week 12 starting QB TBD

    Flacco (right shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots.

    Analysis: Flacco was limited at practice Wednesday and Thursday, but a full session Friday paves the way for him to be available versus New England. However, whether he starts Sunday remains to be seen, with the Week 12 status of Joe Burrow (toe) -- who is still on IR and listed as questionable after a limited practice Friday -- yet to be determined, per Ben Baby of ESPN.com. With that in mind, coach Zac Taylor said, "We'll take the time we've got, assess all the practice we've had this week," while…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 21 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another limited practice

    Flacco (right shoulder) was limited at practice Thursday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Flacco also was limited Wednesday, but at this stage there's no reason to think he'll be unavailable Sunday against the Patriots. However, with Joe Burrow (toe) having logged his second straight full practice, while taking snaps with the first-team offense in the process, per Adam Schefter of ESPN, it's uncertain if Flacco will continue as the Bengals' starting QB this weekend, with that assignment (or lack thereof) hinging on whether Burrow is deemed fit for his first game action since Week 2.

    Published: Thu, Nov 20 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as limited in practice

    Flacco (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Flacco wasn't expected to practice but apparently did enough to warrant a 'limited' designation -- perhaps without throwing any passes. In Flacco's absence, Joe Burrow (toe) led the first-team offense during 11-on-11s, giving rise to speculation that Burrow may try to play this Sunday against the Patriots. For what it's worth, reports last week suggested Burrow was targeting the Thanksgiving Day game at Baltimore just four days later. There doesn't seem to be any doubt Flacco can continue…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 19 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Wednesday

    Flacco (shoulder) won't practice Wednesday, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

    Analysis: Flacco continues to manage a shoulder issue, but Conway notes that the veteran QB will throw Thursday. Meanwhile, fellow signal caller Joe Burrow, who is working his way back from a toe injury, is slated to get some 11-on-11 work in Wednesday. Per Ben Baby of ESPN, Burrow appears to be targeting a return to action as soon as the Bengals' Thanksgiving Day game against the Ravens, a context that puts Flacco in a position to draw at least one more start, barring any setbacks. Cincinnati hosts New…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 19 at 10:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in Week 11 loss

    Flacco completed 23 of 40 passes for 199 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 34-12 loss to the Steelers. He added one rushing attempt for minus-1 yard.

    Analysis: Flacco threw a 28-yard touchdown pass to Tee Higgins in the first quarter, but the Bengals didn't get their next points until a field goal in the third quarter, and Flacco threw a pick-six with Cincinnati in field-goal range on the drive after that field goal. The 40-year-old quarterback failed to throw multiple touchdown passes for the first time in five starts with the Bengals, and he posted his lowest total for passing yards since joining Cincinnati. The magic may be wearing off for Flacco,…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear for Week 11

    Flacco (shoulder) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game in Pittsburgh.

    Analysis: Flacco played through an AC joint sprain in his right throwing shoulder in the Bengals' last game in Week 9, completing 31 of 47 passes for 470 yards, four touchdowns and two interceptions while losing his only fumble during a 47-42 loss to the Bears. Following a Week 10 bye, he sandwiched a limited practice Thursday between two DNPs, but the minimal activity was enough for the team to clear him ahead of Sunday's contest. Cincinnati opened No. 1 QB Joe Burrow's (toe) practice window this week,…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 14 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgrades to limited Thursday

    Flacco (shoulder) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Flacco officially went down as a non-participant Wednesday, so Thursday's limited participation is a step in the right direction. The veteran quarterback is expected to start Cincinnati's next two games, Sunday at Pittsburgh and Week 12 against the Patriots, as Joe Burrow (toe) is targeting Thanksgiving Day against the Ravens as his return date. Flacco played through his shoulder injury and threw for 470 yards in Week 9 against the Bears prior to Cincinnati's Week 10 bye.

    Published: Thu, Nov 13 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice, feeling better

    Flacco (shoulder) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Jay Morrison of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports that Flacco didn't throw passes Wednesday but is scheduled to do so Thursday. Flacco played through the same injury before a Week 10 bye, throwing for 470 yards and four TDs in the Week 9 loss to Chicago. Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports that Flacco said the bye was much-needed, though his gaudy stat line suggests the shoulder injury wasn't too limiting. He's expected to make at least one or two more starts, including this Sunday against…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 12 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Career day in wild loss

    Flacco completed 31 of 47 passes for 470 yards with four touchdowns and two interceptions while adding one rush for minus-1 yard in the Bengals' 47-42 loss to the Bears on Sunday. He also lost a fumble and threw a two-point conversion pass.

    Analysis: Listed as questionable coming in due to a shoulder injury, Flacco ironically finished the offensive showcase with a career-high passing yardage total that comfortably exceeded his previous best of 389. The veteran quarterback got it done with plenty of efficiency while averaging 10.0 yards per attempt and facilitating 100-yard performances for top wideouts Tee Higgins, who also caught two of Flacco's touchdowns, and Ja'Marr Chase. Flacco appeared to have authored a miraculous comeback with his…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to start Week 9

    Flacco (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Bears.

    Analysis: Despite managing just one limited practice throughout the week while recovering from an AC joint sprain in his right shoulder, Flacco was able to throw the football with enough accuracy and velocity for the Bengals to sign off on him playing through the injury. Since being acquired from the Browns on Oct. 7, Flacco has been a high-volume passer in each of his first three games with Cincinnati, registering 45, 47 and 34 pass attempts in those contests. The Bengals may hope to lean on the Chase…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to start Week 9

    Flacco (shoulder) remains listed as questionable but is expected to start Sunday against the Bears, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Flacco has been working through a sprained AC joint in his throwing shoulder, which he sustained during the Bengals' Week 8 loss to the Jets. Though Flacco was contained to just one limited practice this week, the Bengals had optimism that the veteran quarterback would be ready to go for the Week 9 matchup, and he appears to have made enough progress since sitting out Friday's session to put himself on a path to play Sunday. Assuming Flacco is formally cleared ahead of Sunday's 1 p.m. ET…read more

    Published: Sat, Nov 1 at 9:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable after missing practice

    Flacco (right shoulder) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears after being deemed a non-participant in Friday's practice.

    Analysis: Per Ben Baby of ESPN.com, Flacco, who is dealing with a sprained AC joint in his right throwing shoulder, said Friday that he felt "pretty good" after throwing ahead of Sunday's contest. When discussing the possibility of Flacco starting versus Chicago, coach Zac Taylor noted, "I thought he did a nice job out there. I saw what we would hope to see for a guy to be able to play on Sunday. Now we'll just work through the next few days to see where it ends up." In the event that Flacco isn't ready…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 31 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Coach Zac Taylor said Friday that Flacco (right shoulder) will be questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Taylor noted that Flacco looked good at Thursday's practice, but he added that the Bengals will "see where it goes" in terms of the veteran QB's ability to start versus Chicago. Fortunately for those considering Flacco in Week 9 fantasy lineups, Cincinnati kicks off at 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday. In the event that Flacco isn't available, the team would turn to Jake Browning, who Flacco supplanted as the team's top signal-caller not long after being acquired in a trade with the Browns on Oct. 7.

    Published: Fri, Oct 31 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Feels good, Week 9 status TBD

    Flacco, who is dealing with a right throwing shoulder issue, noted Friday that he feels "pretty good," Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: According to Baby, Flacco's injury is described as sprained AC joint, but the QB was able to log a limited practice Thursday. Unless he's able to work fully Friday, however, Flacco figures to carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears, but at this stage it appears as though he has a chance to avoid missing a start due to his shoulder concern.

    Published: Fri, Oct 31 at 9:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in limited fashion

    Flacco (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Back on the field Thursday after sitting out Wednesday's session while managing an AC joint sprain in his right shoulder, Flacco appeared to take some meaningful steps forward in the recovery process. After the session, teammate Ja'Marr Chase told Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic that Flacco "looked the same" as if he were healthy, but the Bengals are nonetheless likely to wait and see how the veteran signal-caller fares during Friday's practice before reaching a decision on his status for this…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 30 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Present at practice Thursday

    Flacco (shoulder) was spotted on the field at practice Thursday, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Per Baby, Flacco -- who didn't practice Wednesday -- was seen throwing ahead of the team stretch Thursday, but the extent of his participation won't be known until Cincinnati releases its second Week 9 injury report later in the day. Head coach Zac Taylor previously told Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site Wednesday that Flacco was "50-50" to play in Sunday's game against the Bears while he tends to an AC joint sprain in his throwing shoulder, but the veteran quarterback's outlook could…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 30 at 10:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Wednesday

    Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said that Flacco (shoulder) won't practice Wednesday, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

    Analysis: Taylor noted that the Bengals plan to try and take the whole week to see where Flacco stands in his recovery from an AC joint sprain in his throwing shoulder before a decision is made on his status for Sunday's game against the Bears. While the veteran signal-caller has said that he wants to play this weekend, the team will nonetheless have backup Jake Browning ready to go if Flacco -- whom Taylor labeled as "50-50" for Sunday's game -- isn't available to start.

    Published: Wed, Oct 29 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Week 9 status TBD

    Flacco is dealing with an AC joint sprain in his throwing shoulder that has his status for Sunday's game against the Bears up in the air, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

    Analysis: Flacco came out of the Bengals' 39-38 loss to the Jets in Week 8 dealing with shoulder soreness, with coach Zac Taylor having described the veteran QB on Monday as day-to-day. Added context with regard to Flacco's status will arrive via Wednesday's practice report, but if he ends up sidelined this weekend, Jake Browning would be in line to move back into the starting role.

    Published: Wed, Oct 29 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with shoulder injury

    Bengals coach Zac Taylor said Monday that Flacco is day-to-day due to a shoulder injury, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Flacco appears to have injured his shoulder during Cincinnati's dramatic 39-38 loss to the Jets in Week 8 in which the veteran signal-caller completed 21 of 34 passes for 233 yards and two touchdowns, while rushing twice for 14 yards and another score. Taylor said Flacco is "sore" Monday. In three starts since being traded to the Bengals, Flacco has rejuvenated Cincinnati's offense, throwing multiple touchdowns and compiling over 200 passing yards in all of those contests. His health will need…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 27 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three total TDs not enough Week 8

    Flacco completed 21 of 34 passes for 233 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 39-38 loss to the Jets. He also rushed twice for 14 yards and a touchdown.

    Analysis: Flacco scored a one-yard rushing touchdown in the first quarter before throwing second-quarter touchdown passes of 44 yards to Tee Higgins and 19 yards to Chase Brown. The veteran quarterback continues to look rejuvenated in Cincinnati, with three total touchdowns in each of his last two starts, but the defense let the Bengals down Sunday, allowing the Jets to win the fourth quarter 23-7 and escape with their first win of the season. Flacco had a chance to lead a late comeback but the Bengals…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Thrives despite short turnaround

    Flacco completed 31 of 47 passes for 342 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions while rushing five times for three yards in the Bengals' 33-31 win over the Steelers on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Flacco had an abbreviated practice schedule for the second time in as many weeks since joining the Bengals, but the truncated preparation time clearly didn't affect the veteran signal-caller. As his final line implies, Flacco was crisp throughout the night and displayed elite chemistry with Ja'Marr Chase, who he smartly trained the bulk of his attention on. The duo combined for 16 completions, 161 yards and a touchdown, and Flacco also connected with Tee Higgins (29 yards) and Noah Fant (five…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 16 at 9:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two touchdowns in Cincy debut

    Flacco completed 29 of 45 passes for 219 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions in Sunday's 27-18 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Flacco had a quick turnaround after being traded to Cincinnati on Tuesday. Given that and a tough road matchup, he performed relatively well. He led three scoring drives in the second half, highlighted by a two-yard touchdown pass to Tanner Hudson and a 19-yard scoring toss to Ja'Marr Chase. This marked Flacco's first multi-touchdown performance across five starts in 2025, and he should be able to put up respectable numbers with the help of Chase and Tee Higgins.

    Published: Sun, Oct 12 at 9:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Named starter for Sunday

    Coach Zac Taylor revealed Wednesday that Flacco will start Sunday's game against the Packers, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Bengals acquired Flacco from the Browns on Tuesday, and Taylor quickly named the veteran QB the starter for the 2-3 team, which has dropped three straight games. With Flacco moving into into the No. 1 signal-caller role, Jake Browning is in line to work in a backup capacity this weekend. Flacco thus represents an option for those in two-QB formats or who are looking for a bye week plug-in ahead of Week 6 action.

    Published: Wed, Oct 8 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bound for Cincinnati

    The Bengals acquired Flacco and a 2026 sixth-round pick from the Browns on Tuesday in exchange for a 2026 fifth-round pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The trade is the first between the instate rivals since the Browns returned to the NFL in 1999, but it's a deal that makes sense for both parties. Flacco was recently demoted to the No. 2 role in Cleveland in favor of rookie Dillon Gabriel, but the Bengals could view the 40-year-old as an upgrade over the struggling Jake Browning as their interim starting quarterback while Joe Burrow (toe) remains on injured reserve. Though Flacco threw six interceptions and failed to lead the Browns to more…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 7 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Moving to backup role

    Flacco is slated to back up Dillon Gabriel in Sunday's game against the Vikings, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

    Analysis: With the Browns off to a 1-3 start, a span in which Flacco threw six interceptions, the team will pivot to Gabriel, the No. 94 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. In the wake of the move, Flacco will serve as the team's No. 2 signal-caller, while Shedeur Sanders will continue to be the third-stringer, per Adam Schefter of ESPN.

    Published: Wed, Oct 1 at 5:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely headed to bench

    The Browns are expected to bench Flacco and turn to rookie Dillon Gabriel to serve as their starting quarterback, beginning with Sunday's game against the Vikings in London, Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com reports.

    Analysis: Though head coach Kevin Stefanski evaded questions about a change at quarterback following Sunday's 34-10 loss to the Lions, the Browns appear set to turn the reins of the offense over to Gabriel after getting off to a 1-3 start to the season and failing to score more than 17 points in any game. Flacco ranks last in the NFL in passer rating (60.3), completion percentage (58.1) and yards per attempt (5.1), and the relatively immobile veteran has thrown at least one interception in all four…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 30 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of picks in Week 4 loss

    Flacco completed 16 of 34 passes for 184 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions while adding three rushes for minus-1 yard in the Browns' 34-10 loss to the Lions on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Flacco's ragged stat line tells the tale of a tough afternoon against an aggressive Lions defense that sacked him three times in addition to the three turnovers. The veteran signal-caller did keep Cleveland competitive for a significant part of the contest before Detroit pulled away with 14 fourth-quarter points, but with a 2:6 TD:INT and 58.1 percent completion rate through four games, it may not be long before Flacco is swapped out for one of Cleveland's rookie QBs, Dillon Gabriel or Shedeur…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 28 at 5:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest numbers in Week 3 win

    Flacco completed 21 of 36 passes for 142 yards with no touchdowns and one interception in the Browns' 13-10 win over the Packers on Sunday.

    Analysis: As his final numbers indicate, Flacco didn't play particularly well, finishing with under 200 passing yards for the second straight game while also failing to throw at least one touchdown pass for the first time this season. Flacco did spread the ball around effectively to eight different pass catchers, although David Njoku's 40 receiving yards qualified as a team-high figure. The veteran signal-caller did complete a key eight-yard pass to Njoku on Cleveland's final drive to set up Andre…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 5:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Replaced by Gabriel late in loss

    Flacco completed 25 of 45 passes for 199 yards with a touchdown and an interception while adding one rush for eight yards in the Browns' 41-17 loss to the Ravens on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Flacco's underwhelming line tells the tale of a sluggish afternoon for the Browns' offense, one during which he took two sacks in addition to his two turnovers. Flacco spread the ball around well but was outmanned by an aggressive Ravens defense and an efficient, mistake-free performance by Lamar Jackson. Flacco was replaced by rookie Dillon Gabriel for the final drive -- which did result in a touchdown -- but Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed Flacco…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 4:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Attempts 45 passes in loss

    Flacco completed 31 of 45 passes for 290 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions in Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Bengals. He added two rushes for six yards.

    Analysis: The Browns played at a methodical pace and prioritized passes to the short areas of the field early in the game, with Flacco attempting 15 passes for 87 yards by halftime. He opened things up in the second half, when he accounted for his longest completions of the game (25, 25 and 22 yards). Flacco's lone touchdown of the game came on the opening drive of the third quarter, when he connected with Cedric Tillman from five yards away. Things turned quickly, however, as he threw an interception…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 7 at 5:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sharp in Saturday's start

    Flacco completed nine of 10 passes for 71 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 19-17 preseason win over the Rams.

    Analysis: Flacco was nearly flawless while working the Browns' first three drives, capping the second with a 15-yard TD strike to rookie tight end Harold Fannin. The 41-year-old is set as the Week 1 starter for Cleveland, and while the team may choose to take a look at one of the quarterbacks it selected in the 2025 Draft, Dillon Gabriel or Shedeur Sanders, if the season goes off the rails, Flacco offers a much more stable floor for the passing game, and targets such as Jerry Jeudy and David Njoku.

    Published: Sat, Aug 23 at 3:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line for 25-30 snaps Saturday

    Flacco is slated to start Saturday's preseason finale against the Rams, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

    Analysis: Coach Kevin Stefanski indicated Thursday that Flacco and the Browns' healthy starters should see about 25-to-30 plays Saturday. Once Flacco departs the contest, Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders, in that order, are in line to see action, while Kenny Pickett won't play due to his hamstring issue, per Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com.

    Published: Thu, Aug 21 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Named starter by Browns

    Flacco has been named the Browns' starting QB ahead of Week 1.

    Analysis: Flacco has been taking the overwhelming majority of first-team reps in training camp, per Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com, and he's been trending toward the assignment, but the Browns confirmed the veteran QB's status as the team's starter Monday. In the meantime, Kenny Pickett (hamstring), Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders (oblique) are slated to compete for backup slotting in advance of Cleveland's Sept. 7 regular-season opener against the Bengals.

    Published: Mon, Aug 18 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • QB1 decision coming this week

    Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said Sunday that he plans to name a starting quarterback this week, Albert Breer of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Flacco has been on track to start Week 1 given his playing time and the distribution of starting snaps during training camp. The 40-year-old quarterback didn't suit up for Saturday's 22-13 preseason victory versus Philadelphia, but that appeared to be for rest reasons rather than any injury concerns. Meanwhile, fellow quarterbacks Kenny Pickett (hamstring) and fifth-round rookie Shedeur Sanders (oblique) were both sidelined, leaving third-round rookie Dillon Gabriel to start. Assuming Flacco is…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 17 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will rest Saturday

    Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said Friday that Flacco will not suit up for Saturday's preseason game against the Eagles, Noah Monroe of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Flacco is fully healthy and remains, by all indications, on track to start Week 1 for the Browns, so the team simply has little incentive to risk exposing the 40-year-old veteran to exhibition reps. Rookie third-rounder Dillon Gabriel (hamstring), who returned to team drills this week, could get a chance to start Saturday if the team feels he's sufficiently healthy, while Kenny Pickett (hamstring) and Shedeur Sanders (oblique) seem less likely to be available. The plethora of injuries to…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 15 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play Saturday

    Flacco, who will take the majority of first-team reps at practice Wednesday, is not expected to suit up for Saturday's preseason game against the Eagles, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Browns coach Kevin Stefanski hasn't yet officially named a starting quarterback for Week 1, but all indications remain that it will be Flacco who lines up under center against the Bengals in the regular-season opener, per Zac Jackson of The Athletic. Ashley Bastock of cleveland.com reports that 40-year-old veteran is expected to continue handling first-team reps throughout Cleveland's two joint practices with Philadelphia, while rookies Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel figure to split game…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 13 at 7:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play in preseason opener

    Flacco isn't scheduled to play in Friday's preseason opener against the Panthers, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

    Analysis: The Browns are holding him out even though Shedeur Sanders was their only other healthy quarterback prior to signing Tyler Huntley on Monday. Huntley spent time with the team last year and has experience operating coach Kevin Stefanski's playbook, but it'll be Sanders getting the start Friday night. While Stefanski said he plans to play some starters, Flacco's absence is the latest sign that the 40-year-old is on track for the Week 1 start. Making it through the season without getting benched…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 5 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Strengthening hold on QB1 role

    Flacco is the "strong favorite" to begin the regular season as Cleveland's starting quarterback, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Flacco has been the "presumed favorite" since the beginning of training camp, and multiple factors have helped him tighten his grip on the role. First, Jackson reports that the veteran QB had his best two days of throwing Friday and Saturday. Second, Kenny Pickett strained a hamstring July 27 and is still working his way back to full speed, though he's returned to practice in a limited capacity. Finally, rookie Shedeur Sanders hasn't been able to do much as he deals with arm soreness, though…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 3 at 9:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Handles bulk of team drills Friday

    Though Kenny Pickett (hamstring) was back on the practice field Friday, Flacco continued to handle the bulk of the Browns' QB reps during team drills, Dan Labbe of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

    Analysis: In his first practice back from a hamstring injury that he suffered last Saturday, Pickett went through individual drills Friday. Once he's ready to work fully, however, we'd expect Pickett to resume splitting most of the first-team reps with Flacco, with Dillon Gabriel mixing in with the first unit to a lesser degree, while Shedeur Sanders gets reps with the second- or third-team offense. With that in mind, Cleveland's QB competition is far from settled, with coach Kevin Stefanski declining to…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 1 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Added first-team reps on tap

    Coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday that most of the Browns' first-team QB reps would go to Flacco while Kenny Pickett (hamstring) is sidelined, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Prior to his injury, Pickett had split most of the first-team reps with Flacco, with 2025 third-rounder Dillon Gabriel sprinkling in and 2025 fifth-rounder Shedeur Sanders not getting any work with the first unit. For any length of time that Pickett misses, Flacco will have added opportunities to make his case for the Week 1 starting assignment, but assuming Pickett's injury doesn't linger, look for their snap-sharing arrangement to resume once he's back on the practice field.

    Published: Mon, Jul 28 at 11:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Splitting first-team snaps

    Flacco was the first QB up for 11-on-11 work Thursday, after Kenny Pickett did the honors Wednesday, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Jackson notes that Flacco sometimes takes fewer reps than the other quarterbacks because he's so much older and more experienced. It otherwise sounds like Flacco and Pickett are on equal footing in a competition for the Week 1 starting job. Dillon Gabriel has been the third QB through drills ahead of fellow rookie Shedeur Sanders, but there's still plenty of time this summer for the latter to make a push up the depth chart.

    Published: Fri, Jul 25 at 6:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out 11-on-11

    Flacco did not participate in the Browns' 11-on-11 session at practice Wednesday, Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

    Analysis: Flacco was the first quarterback up in the team's first modified 7-on-7 series against the team's No. 1 defensive back seven. He then shifted into being a spectator for the remainder of the day, handing the reins off to Kenny Pickett to begin the team's 11-on-11 session to end practice. Not much can be inferred about the quarterback pecking order in Cleveland after the team's first full-squad workout Wednesday, but it's worth monitoring as the days pass. Flacco and Pickett appear to be the…read more

    Published: Wed, Jul 23 at 5:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Mentor during offseason work

    Flacco took limited reps during mandatory minicamp, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Flacco is entering his 18th NFL season, so extra reps during the offseason aren't necessarily all that valuable. He participated enough to help install the offense, but otherwise served as a mentor to Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel, helping them develop a cadence and study film. Flacco is expected to compete for the starting job during training camp and could realistically be under center for Cleveland's Week 1 matchup against the Bengals.

    Published: Thu, Jun 12 at 7:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Team adds two QBs in draft

    Flacco will face additional competition from rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders, whom the Browns drafted in the third and fifth rounds of the 2025 NFL Draft, respectively.

    Analysis: Deshaun Watson isn't expected to be available for the beginning of the season as he recovers from a torn Achilles, but Cleveland now has four potential Week 1 starting options in Flacco (signed April 11), Kenny Pickett (traded for March 10), Gabriel out of Oregon and Sanders out of Colorado. Even if the 40-year-old Flacco wins the job initially in camp, it likely won't take long until Cleveland turns to one of the three younger options, who possess significantly more long-term upside,…read more

    Published: Mon, Apr 28 at 11:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning to Cleveland

    Flacco has agreed to a one-year deal with the Browns, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Per the report, Flacco's deal is for $4 million, though the veteran QB could earn up to $13 million with incentives factored in. Flacco -- who played for the Colts last season -- is thus in line to return to Cleveland, where he won the NFL's Comeback Player of the Year award in 2023. Bringing back the 40-year-old bolsters a signal-caller corps that also includes Deshaun Watson -- who could miss most or all of the 2025 season due to an Achilles injury -- and 2022 first-rounder Kenny Pickett.…read more

    Published: Fri, Apr 11 at 6:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ends season with OT win

    Flacco completed 23 of 40 passes for 264 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 26-23 overtime win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Getting the start in place of Anthony Richardson (back), Flacco hit Alec Pierce for a 40-yard TD on the Colts' first possession and finished the game with respectable numbers. This may have been the 39-year-old quarterback's final NFL game, as he will become a free agent this offseason and hasn't indicated whether he wants to keep playing, but if he does elect to keep playing he seems to be a good fit in Indy as the backup/mentor to the gifted but raw Richardson. Over eight appearances in 2024,…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 5 at 4:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to start Sunday

    Flacco will start Sunday's season finale against the Jaguars, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The veteran QB will get his second straight start, with Anthony Richardson (back) having been ruled out for Sunday's contest, per head coach Shane Steichen. While filling in for Richardson in Week 17, Flacco completed 26 of 38 passes for 330 yards and two touchdowns with two interceptions in the Colts' 45-33 loss to the Giants. Flacco thus represents a Week 18 lineup option for those in need of QB help due to injuries or scenarios in which their signal-callers will be limited or rested this…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 3 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 300 yards in Week 17 start

    Flacco completed 26 of 38 passes for 330 yards and two touchdowns with two interceptions in Sunday's 45-33 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: Making his first start since Week 10, Flacco posted big passing numbers and hit Alec Pierce and Michael Pittman for fourth-quarter TDs, but he also committed three turnovers as he lost a fumble to end the Colts' final possession in addition to his two picks. With Indy now eliminated from postseason contention, it's not clear whether the team will even consider using Anthony Richardson (back/foot) in Week 18 against the Jaguars, or if Flacco might get one more start in 2024.

    Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 7:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to start Sunday

    Flacco is in line to start Sunday's game against the Giants after the Colts downgraded downgraded Anthony Richardson (back/foot) to out.

    Analysis: Richardson had been listed as questionable for the contest, but after failing to practice in any fashion this week, the Colts ultimately weren't comfortable with having him direct the offense Sunday. Flacco will thus step in for his fifth start of the season in Week 17, making him a lineup option in fantasy leagues that start two quarterbacks or have a QB flex spot available. Over his six appearances (four starts) to date, Flacco has completed 113 of 170 pass attempts (66.5 percent) for 1,167…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 28 at 11:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could get pivotal Week 17 start

    Flacco could be tasked with starting against the Giants on Sunday, as Mike Chappell of FOX59/CBS4 Sports reports that Anthony Richardson (back/foot) is questionable.

    Analysis: Richardson didn't practice in any capacity throughout the week, so the second-year quarterback is in danger of sitting out, with clarity on that front set to arrive no later than 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1:00 p.m. EST kickoff. Flacco has posted a 9:5 TD:INT across six appearances (four starts) in 2024. The 7-8 Colts need to defeat the 2-13 Giants to have any chance at making the playoffs.

    Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 11:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning to No. 2 role

    Colts head coach Shane Steichen announced Wednesday that Flacco will return to a backup role with Anthony Richardson having been named the team's starting quarterback for the rest of the season, JJ Stankeviz of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: After Richardson was benched following the Colts' Week 8 loss to the Texans, Flacco started both of the past two contests. However, he struggled to protect the ball in losses to the Vikings and Bills, as Flacco completed 67.7 percent of his throws for a respectable 7.3 yards per attempt between the two games but tossed four interceptions (one of which was returned for a touchdown) and lost two fumbles. Despite Flacco's struggles, Steichen previously said Monday that the 39-year-old veteran…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will start again in Week 11

    Coach Shane Steichens said Monday that Flacco will remain the Colts' starting quarterback Sunday at the Jets, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

    Analysis: Flacco hasn't yielded the kind of returns during starts Week 9 and 10 that he did earlier this season, completing 42 of 62 passes for 451 yards, two touchdowns and four interceptions while losing two fumbles in back-to-back losses to the Vikings and Bills. Nevertheless, the Colts will continue to roll with the veteran signal-caller versus second-year pro Anthony Richardson under center for the time being. There's no telling how long this arrangement will stay in place, but the team may need to…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 11:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Done in by turnovers in loss

    Flacco completed 26 of 35 passes for 272 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions in the Colts' 30-20 loss to the Bills on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Flacco's day could have hardly started in more worrisome fashion, as he tossed a pick-six on the Colts' first play from scrimmage and then closed out Indianapolis' second possession with a second interception in Bills territory. Flacco was able to partly atone from a fantasy perspective with a two-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Goodson and a 10-yard scoring toss to Alec Pierce with only two seconds remaining, but the latter was preceded by a lost fumble and a third interception that both unfolded…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will start again in Week 10

    Coach Shane Steichen announced Monday that Flacco will remain the Colts' starting quarterback for Week 10 against the Bills, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.

    Analysis: As Anthony Richardson was benched, Flacco was given the starting reins last week, but the veteran face-planted in his Sunday night start against the Vikings, when he completed just 16 of 27 pass attempts (56.9 percent) for 179 scoreless yards and one interception. Flacco absorbed three sacks and failed to lead a single touchdown drive in the 21-13 loss. He'll get at least one more chance under center but gets another tough test versus Buffalo.

    Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No TDs, two turnovers in Week 9

    Flacco completed 16 of 27 passes for 179 yards, no touchdowns and one interception in Sunday's 21-13 loss to the Vikings. He also rushed twice for minus-1 yard and lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Flacco's first-half stats were reminiscent of the poor production that got Anthony Richardson benched in favor of the veteran, as Flacco completed just six of 10 passes for 62 yards and was charged with a fumble on a botched handoff. The veteran quarterback upped his yardage total in the second half, but he threw an ugly interception early in the fourth quarter and an incomplete pass on fourth down to end the Colts' penultimate possession. Flacco led Indianapolis to only six points on offense,…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 8:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starter going forward

    Head coach Steichen confirmed Wednesday that Flacco will start at quarterback for the Colts "going forward," JJ Stankevitz of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Reports had already surfaced Tuesday indicating that the Colts were planning to bench the struggling Anthony Richardson in favor of Flacco, but Steichen clarified Wednesday that the move is not just a one-week change. Flacco will step in for his third start of the season Sunday at Minnesota, after he had previously started in Weeks 5 and 6 while Richardson was sidelined with an oblique injury. With Steichen and the Colts having committed to Flacco for the foreseeable future, the 39-year-old…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Taking over as starter Week 9

    Flacco will step in as the Colts' starting quarterback in place of Anthony Richardson in Sunday's game against the Vikings, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Head coach Shane Steichen hinted at a possible change under center Monday, when he was non-committal about Richardson's role for Week 9. Flacco -- who played one snap in this past Sunday's loss to the Texans while Richardson rested -- performed well while making three appearances (two starts) in place of an injured Richardson in Weeks 4 through 6, completing 65.7 percent of his passes for 6.6 yards per attempt and a 7:1 TD:INT. Richardson, meanwhile, has failed to complete more than 50 percent…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 29 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could start at Minnesota

    Flacco could be a candidate to start Sunday's game against the Vikings after Colts head coach Shane Steichen was non-committal Monday when asked whether Anthony Richardson would remain atop the depth chart for Week 9, Stephen Holder of ESPN.com reports. "We're evaluating everything," Steichen said.

    Analysis: Flacco played one snap on offense in Sunday's loss at Houston while Richardson pulled himself from the game due to the need for rest, which drew criticism Monday from his teammates. Flacco filled in admirably with a 7:1 TD:INT in three games (two starts) when Richardson was injured earlier in the season. The Colts may decide that Flacco gives the team a better chance to win while they still have chance at the playoffs, though a change under center would delay the 22-year-old Richardson's…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to bench in Week 7

    Flacco will return to a backup role Sunday against the Dolphins, as Colts head coach Shane Steichen confirmed Friday that Anthony Richardson (oblique) will start, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Richardson's ready to return from a two-game absence, so Flacco will move back to the bench. Flacco filled in admirably with a 7:1 TD:INT over the past three games (two starts). There is a strong argument to be made that the 39-year-old Flacco gives the Colts a better chance to win now, but the team is understandably handing the reins back over to the 22-year-old Richardson, who has higher long-term upside.

    Published: Fri, Oct 18 at 10:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of scores in victory

    Flacco completed 22 of 38 passes for 189 yards with two touchdowns and one interception in the Colts' 20-17 win over the Titans on Sunday. He also rushed once for one yard.

    Analysis: Flacco turned in a workman-like performance that saw him struggle at times, including on a first-quarter interception that led to a Titans touchdown. However, the veteran signal-caller continued to battle throughout and eventually led scoring drives on three straight possessions between late in the third quarter and the midway point of the final period. Flacco connected with Josh Downs (22 yards) and Michael Pittman (10 yards) for his pair of touchdown passes, and if Anthony Richardson…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting another start

    Flacco will start Sunday's game against the Titans, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Anthony Richardson (oblique) had been listed as questionable for Sunday's contest, and though reports leading up to the contest suggested he would be on track to start, he'll ultimately be inactive as the emergency No. 3 quarterback while the Colts give him another week off to heal up. Flacco is thus in line for a second straight start after he completed 33 of 44 attempts for 359 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions in last week's loss to the Jaguars. With Flacco under center, the…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 8:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stellar numbers in Week 5 loss

    Flacco completed 33 of 44 passes for 359 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions and added three carries for 22 yards in the Colts' 37-34 loss to the Jaguars on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Flacco led the Colts to a modest 10 points in the first half, although he did connect for his first touchdown toss of the day during that span via a one-yard connection with Michael Pittman in the first quarter. The veteran signal-caller heated up in the second half, however, hitting Mo Alie-Cox and Alec Pierce for scoring strikes of 18 and 65 yards, respectively, and just narrowly missing another TD to each on an overthrow to the tight end and a play in which the speedy wideout was ruled down…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Draws start with Richardson out

    Flacco will start Sunday's game against the Jaguars with Anthony Richardson (oblique) inactive for the contest, JJ Stankevitz of the Colts' official site reports.

    Analysis: The starting assignment was fully expected after Flacco took most of the first-team reps during practice this week while Richardson was listed as a limited participant in sessions Wednesday through Friday due to the oblique strain he sustained in last week's 27-24 win over the Steelers. Upon entering the Week 4 game in relief of Richardson on the Colts' second drive, Flacco completed 16 of 26 pass attempts for 168 yards and two touchdowns. With Richardson and top running back Jonathan Taylor…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 9:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Primed for Week 5 start

    Flacco appears to be in position to start Sunday's game against the Jaguars after the Colts announced Anthony Richardson (oblique) is now listed as doubtful for the matchup.

    Analysis: When Richardson exited Sunday's 27-24 win over the Steelers during the Colts' second offensive drive, Flacco stepped in to complete 16 of 26 pass attempts for 168 yards and two touchdowns. Flacco's steady hand in directing the offense was even more impressive by the fact that he was able to pick apart one of the league's best defenses in Pittsburgh. With Richardson managing nothing more than limited participation in practice this week, Flacco should be set up well to deliver a useful fantasy…read more

    Published: Sat, Oct 5 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Victorious in relief

    Flacco completed 16 of 26 passes for two touchdowns and no interceptions in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Steelers. He also rushed twice for three yards.

    Analysis: Flacco entered the game in relief of Anthony Richardson (hip) on the team's second drive with the benefit of a lead. He did his part to keep the Colts in front by throwing for scores of 15 and five yards, while also completing a pair of passes for more than 20 yards. Flacco showed the ability to distribute the ball very effectively as a starter for the second half of the 2023 season with the Browns, and the Colts have solid offensive skill-position players that should once again help him if…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 3:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play Saturday

    Flacco isn't expected to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Cardinals, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.

    Analysis: Flacco is expected to sit, as are the bulk of the Colts' starters. The 39-year-old did play last week against Denver, completing 3-of-5 passes for 28 yards on his lone series of work. Flacco has the Colts' QB2 job sewn up behind Anthony Richardson. Look for plenty of Sam Ehlinger this weekend for Indianapolis.

    Published: Thu, Aug 15 at 6:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays one drive in Colts debut

    Flacco was 3-for-5 passing for 28 yards and played one series in Sunday's preseason loss to Denver.

    Analysis: Flacco should get more work later in the preseason as the backup to Anthony Richardson. The reigning NFL Comeback Player of the Year is coming off an impressive showing with Cleveland last season but will be strictly a backup in Indy. He gives the Colts a veteran capable of keeping the team afloat should Richardson go down.

    Published: Sun, Aug 11 at 9:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inking with Indy

    Flacco agreed to terms Wednesday with the Colts on a one-year contract worth up to $8.7 million, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Flacco's deal reportedly includes $4.5 million guaranteed. The reigning NFL Comeback Player of the Year is coming off an impressive showing with Cleveland last season, and he's now slated to replace Gardner Minshew as the top backup to second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson (shoulder). All expectations in Indianapolis are that Richardson will be ready for training camp and fully cleared well ahead of Week 1, but Flacco makes for a capable backup should he be required to take the field…read more

    Published: Wed, Mar 13 at 4:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Intends to play in 2024

    Flacco, who is scheduled to be a free agent this offseason, plans to continue his NFL career in 2024, Rob Maaddi of the Associated Press reports.

    Analysis: Flacco will look to keep playing in what will be his age-40 season, though it's difficult to gauge what kind of opportunities he'll garner in free agency. The veteran signal-caller is coming off an impressive late-season run with the Browns in which he led the team to a 4-1 record across five starts, culminating in a wild-card round playoff exit to the Texans. Cleveland is likely to restore a healthy Deshaun Watson (shoulder) as its starter in 2024, but if the team has any concerns about…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 31 at 8:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Impressive run ends

    Flacco completed 34 of 46 passes for 307 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions in Saturday's 45-14 loss to the Texans. He rushed the ball three times for 13 yards.

    Analysis: Flacco entered Saturday's game with four straight wins and a 4-1 record in five starts with the Browns. In that span, he had thrown multiple touchdowns in every matchup. However, that came crashing down in the loss to the Texans, as he threw a pair of pick-sixes on back-to-back possessions in the second half to put the Browns down by three scores. Assuming Deshaun Watson (shoulder) is fully recovered, he'll be the Browns' starting quarterback entering the 2024 season, though Flacco could return…read more

    Published: Sat, Jan 13 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to sit out Sunday

    Flacco won't start Sunday's game against the Bengals, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: With the Browns locked into the No. 5 playoff seed in the AFC playoffs, Flacco will be rested in Week 18. As a result, Jeff Driskel will start Sunday's game, with PJ Walker backing him up. Flacco's next game action will come during the wild-card round the following weekend.

    Published: Wed, Jan 3 at 10:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be limited in Week 18

    Cleveland head coach Kevin Stefanski said the team is still "working through" the possibility of sitting Flacco and other starters for all or part of the Week 18;game against the Bengals, Scott Petrak of the Medina Gazette reports. "It's important for us to finish strong, so that's what we're going to do, and then we'll get as healthy as we can going into the next season," the coach said. "We'll have a plan moving forward. I'll update you guys as we get going through the week."

    Analysis: The Browns are locked into the No. 5 seed and a road game against the AFC South champs in the wild-card round, so the team's decision-makers will evaluate what's best for individual players and the team as a whole. Flacco, who turns 39 this month, has been terrific since being named the starter, but it's easy to see him being removed at some point during the game or even rested entirely. Other skill players, like Amari Cooper (heel) and Elijah Moore (concussion) may benefit from an off week,…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 2 at 4:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Keeps rolling in Week 17 win

    Flacco completed 19 of 29 passes for 309 yards with three touchdowns and one interception in the Browns' 37-20 win over the Jets on Thursday night. He also rushed twice for three yards and committed two fumbles, losing one.

    Analysis: Flacco did the overwhelming majority of his damage in the first half, when the Browns racked up 34 of their 37 points. The veteran signal-caller shook off the absence of Amari Cooper (heel) and the in-game exit of Elijah Moore (head), focusing heavily on David Njoku, with whom he connected on six occasions for 134 yards. Flacco linked up with Jerome Ford for touchdown passes of seven and 50 yards, and he hit Moore with an eight-yard scoring toss before the receiver suffered his injury. Flacco…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 28 at 8:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Big numbers again in Week 16 win

    Flacco completed 27 of 42 passes for 368 yards and three touchdowns with two interceptions in Sunday's 36-22 win over the Texans. He also threw a two-point conversion.

    Analysis: The 38-year-old QB topped 300 passing yards for the third straight game and tossed multiple TDs for the fourth straight game, as Flacco's presence under center continues to revitalize what had been a stagnant Browns passing attack. Amari Cooper has been the biggest beneficiary of Flacco's arrival, and the wideout set a franchise record Sunday with 265 receiving yards. If there's one yellow flag regarding Flacco's career renaissance, it's that he has yet to face a secondary that grades out as…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to full practice

    Flacco (calf) was a full practice participant Thursday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

    Analysis: Flacco is ready to make another start Sunday in Houston, after leading the Browns to back-to-back wins over the Jaguars and Bears. He's surprisingly thrown for at least 254 yards and two touchdowns in each of his three starts, but that's largely due to massive volume (44 or 45 attempts in every game) and has also come with five interceptions and two fumbles (one lost). The underlying efficiency stats -- 57.9 completion rate, 7.1 YPT -- and total lack of rushing production suggest Flacco is…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 21 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed with calf injury

    Flacco is listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report due to a calf injury, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

    Analysis: The Browns didn't actually practice Wednesday but presumably will do so Thursday as they prepare for a road game in Houston this Sunday. Flacco didn't miss any snaps in this past Sunday's 20-17 win over the Bears, throwing for 374 yards, two touchdowns and three interceptions on 44 attempts.

    Published: Wed, Dec 20 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lights up Chicago in comeback win

    Flacco completed 28 of 44 passes for 374 yards and two touchdowns with three interceptions in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: The three INTs included a pick-six by Tremaine Edmunds on Flacco's first pass attempt of the second half, and the miscues helped dig a 17-7 hole for the Browns heading into the fourth quarter. The 38-year-old QB put together an impressive comeback in the final frame, however, leading Cleveland on three scoring drives that included a 51-yard TD pass to Amari Cooper. The 374 passing yards were Flacco's highest total in a game since Week 2 of the 2018 season, his final campaign with the Ravens.…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 4:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Added to 53-man roster

    Flacco signed a one-year contract with the Browns on Thursday.

    Analysis: The move comes as no surprise, given that head coach Kevin Stefanski announced after the Browns' 31-27 win over the Jaguars in Week 14 that Flacco would remain the team's starting quarterback for the rest of the season. Prior to his last two starts for Cleveland, Flacco was elevated from the practice squad, but now that he's officially on the active roster, no such transaction will be required in advance of Sunday's game against the Bears. According to Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 14 at 10:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Heads back to practice squad

    Flacco reverted to the Browns' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

    Analysis: This move is merely procedural after the Browns elevated Flacco to start the team's last two games. So far, he's fared well in those outings, completing 49 of 89 passes for 565 yards, five touchdowns and two interceptions while losing his only fumble. Cleveland has gone 1-1 in that span to remain firmly in the playoff race at 8-5, and coach Kevin Stefanski called Flacco the Browns' starting quarterback for the rest of the season following Sunday's 31-27 win against the Jaguars. It remains to be…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 5:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Named starter after victory

    Flacco completed 26 of 45 passes for 311 yards, three touchdowns and one interception in Sunday's 31-27 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: The Browns relied heavily on Flacco and the passing attack for the second consecutive week, though this time he delivered a victory on the strength of three passing touchdowns. He found David Njoku on 34- and 30-yard passes, respectively, to open the scoring, and he closed his performance with a 41-yard toss to David Bell. That was enough to convince coach Kevin Stefanski that Flacco should lead the team moving forward, as the veteran signal-caller was named the starter for the rest of the…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains on track to start

    Flacco remains slated to start Sunday's game against the Jaguars, despite the Browns having not made an official announcement on a Week 14 starting quarterback, sources confirmed to ESPN.com.

    Analysis: Flacco was elevated from the practice squad Saturday in anticipation of his second straight start, which comes after he completed 23 of 44 passes for 254 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in the Browns' 36-19 loss to the Rams in Week 13. Rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson had started the preceding two games before sitting out Week 13 while recovering from a concussion, but he cleared the five-step protocol Friday and is active for Sunday's contest. While Chris Easterling of the Akron…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 9:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to get Week 14 start

    Flacco appears to be in line to start Sunday's game against the Jaguars, though the Browns haven't formally announced their plans at quarterback, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson had made two straight starts before missing the Browns' Week 13 game against the Rams with a concussion, paving the way for Flacco to direct the offense following his elevation from the practice squad. Though the Browns ultimately lost to the Rams, 36-19, Flacco was reasonably effective in moving the offense, as he completed 23 of 44 pass attempts for 254 yards, two touchdowns and an interception. Thompson-Robinson cleared concussion protocol and turned in a full…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 5:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Elevated to active roster

    Flacco was elevated to the Browns' active roster Saturday, Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site reports.

    Analysis: Presumably, the Browns wouldn't elevate Flacco to the active roster unless they plan to start the veteran, but the team hasn't officially made that confirmation. Flacco's 2023 season debut was a resounding success by Cleveland's passing standards, as the 38-year-old threw for the second most (254) passing yards by a Browns quarterback this season, and the most since Week 3. A costly interception late in last week's contest ruined a possible comeback attempt against the Rams, but Sunday's…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 9 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Uncertain to start Sunday

    Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski was unwilling to reveal Friday whether Flacco or Dorian Thompson-Robinson will start Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After being elevated from the practice squad, Flacco started in Week 13 while Thompson-Robinson was in concussion protocol, completing 23 of 44 attempts for 254 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in the Browns' 36-19 loss to the Rams. The Browns confirmed that Thompson-Robinson has cleared the protocol and is still under consideration for the Week 14 start after he was able to practice in some capacity Wednesday through Friday, but Zac Jackson of The Athletic notes that Flacco was first…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 8 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not yet locked in for Week 14 start

    Head coach Kevin Stefanski said he wants to observe practice throughout the week before deciding between Flacco and Dorian Thompson-Robinson (concussion) as the team's starting quarterback for Sunday's matchup with Jacksonville, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The starting nod will default to Flacco if Thompson-Robinson doesn't clear the five-step concussion protocol, though the rookie's return to practice Wednesday suggests he's on the right track to do just that. While filling in for Thompson-Robinson in this past Sunday's 36-19 loss to the Rams, Flacco completed 23 of 44 passes for 254 yards, two touchdowns and one interception, numbers that made him a modest upgrade compared to what Thompson-Robinson and P.J. Walker have provided in starting…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 6 at 11:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Moves back to practice squad

    Flacco reverted to the Browns' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

    Analysis: Flacco was serviceable in his Browns debut Sunday at the Rams, completing 23 of 44 passes for 254 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. He even had Cleveland in striking distance for a win, with the score sitting at 20-19 after he threw his second TD of the contest with 8:49 remaining in the fourth quarter. However, Flacco's interception two minutes later opened the floodgates for the Rams in an eventual 36-19 victory. Rookie quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson remains in the concussion…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid numbers in 2023 debut

    Flacco completed 23 of 44 passes for 254 yards and two touchdowns with one interception in Sunday's 36-19 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: Seeing his first game action since Week 18 of last season, Flacco provided the Browns with some stability at quarterback as he tossed a 24-yard TD to Jerome Ford in the first quarter and an eight-yard score to Harrison Bryant in the fourth. The 38-year-old QB played well enough to potentially stick around on the roster, but per Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram, coach Kevin Stefanski declined to name a starter for a Week 14 clash with the Jaguars, suggesting that rookie Dorian…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 11:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to start

    Flacco was elevated from the practice squad and will start Sunday's contest against the Rams, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

    Analysis: This was simply a procedural move, as the Browns had already announced Friday the 38-year-old would start ahead of PJ Walker. Flacco last played five games with the Jets in 2022, and while his counting stats were relatively solid given the expectations (1,051 passing yards, five touchdowns), he also attempted a shockingly high 191 passes, good for a bottom-level 5.5 yards per completion. It remains to be seen if the veteran's efficiency will be dramatically better after not seeing meaningful…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 2 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to start Sunday

    With Dorian Thompson-Robinson (concussion) ruled out, Flacco is in line to start at QB for the Browns in Sunday's game against the Rams, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com and Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer report.

    Analysis: Per Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site, Flacco took reps with the first-team offense during practice Wednesday and Thursday, and now that it's been confirmed that Thompson-Robinson will be unavailable this weekend, the veteran signal-caller is slated to be elevated from the practice squad ahead of Week 13 action in order to draw the start Sunday, with PJ Walker handling backup duties. In that context, Flacco represents a fantasy option for those in deeper formats or who are otherwise…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 1 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could start Sunday

    Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said Wednesday that Flacco is now considered the top backup to starting quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson, who suffered a concussion during Sunday's loss to Denver, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: In other words, Flacco may end up starting Sunday's game at the Rams if Thompson-Robinson is unable to clear the five-step protocol this week. P.J. Walker filled in after Thompson-Robinson exited against Denver and once again struggled with to limit turnovers. Based on his track record, Flacco would at least likely do a better job than Walker at avoiding interceptions, even if he had no more success sustaining drives and scoring points. The 38-year-old signal-caller joined Cleveland's practice…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No TDs in possible swan song

    Flacco completed 18 of 33 passes for 149 yards in Sunday's 11-6 loss to the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Flacco failed to lead a touchdown drive, but that had already been a common theme down the stretch for the banged-up and ineffective Jets offense. The veteran quarterback made his 180th career NFL start just eight days before his 38th birthday. It's fair to wonder how many more starts Flacco -- who will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason -- has left in him. The Super Bowl XLVII MVP appeared in five games (four starts) in 2022, throwing for 1,051 yards and a 5:3 TD:INT.

    Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 4:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to start season finale

    Flacco will start Sunday's regular-season finale against the Dolphins with Mike White (ribs) having been ruled out, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.

    Analysis: Even though head coach Robert Saleh said earlier in the week that White would make his second consecutive start, the Jets ultimately decided to hold White out for a meaningless season finale while he continues to deal with four fractured ribs. Rather than turning the offense over to embattled second-year quarterback Zach Wilson, the Jets will hand the assignment to Flacco, who previously started the Jets' first three games of the season. Meanwhile, Wilson will be active as Flacco's backup. The…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 6 at 7:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will back up Mike White on Sunday

    Head coach Robert Saleh said Monday that Flacco will be the primary backup behind Mike White (ribs) for Sunday's matchup against the Seahawks, Connor Hughes of SNY.tv reports.

    Analysis: White was cleared for contact earlier Monday and is expected to reclaim the starting job Week 17, so Saleh will have Flacco operate as the backup, sending Zach Wilson to the inactive list again. Flacco operated as the starter to begin the season, completing 58.7 percent of his passes for 901 yards and five touchdowns across three games, but he's been relegated to backup duties since.

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Slides to third on depth chart

    Jets head coach Robert Saleh said Wednesday that Flacco will enter the week as the team's No. 3 quarterback behind Mike White (ribs) and Zach Wilson, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.

    Analysis: White is beginning the week as a limited practice participant, but at this stage, Saleh expects the signal-caller to be ready to start by the time Sunday's game against the Lions arrives. If that's the case, Wilson will serve as White's backup after being a healthy scratch the past three weeks, which will likely result in Flacco being inactive for Sunday's contest. Flacco briefly came on in relief for a banged-up White in the Week 14 loss to Buffalo but didn't help his case for sticking as the…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 8:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Comes in briefly and fumbles

    Flacco completed one of three passes for one yard and lost a fumble in Sunday's 20-12 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Flacco came in for two plays when Mike White (ribs) took a big hit in the second quarter, then entered again in the third when another hit forced White to go to the locker room. Flacco immediately fumbled, setting up a Buffalo field goal that put the Bills up 17-7. White later returned and finished the game, but if White -- who was sent to the hospital after the game as a precaution, per Ethan Greenberg of the Jets' official site -- is unable to play in Week 15 against the Lions, the Jets could…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 3:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for backup role Week 12

    Flacco will serve as the top backup to starting quarterback Mike White in Sunday's game versus the Bears, Rich Cimini of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: With Jets head coach Robert Saleh announcing Wednesday that incumbent starter Zach Wilson will be a healthy inactive for Week 12, Flacco and White will both rise one spot on the depth chat, at least for one game. Flacco started the first three games of the season, producing 901 passing yards with five touchdowns while throwing three interceptions. He's been inactive for the past three contests, however, with White usurping him in the pecking order.

    Published: Wed, Nov 23 at 9:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Riding pine in Week 8

    Flacco (coach's decision) is inactive Week 8 against the Patriots.

    Analysis: Flacco had been considered the primary backup to Zach Wilson since the latter returned from a knee injury in Week 4, but he'll now find himself as a healthy scratch. Fellow quarterback Chris Streveler was called up from the practice squad this week, but he'll end up on the inactives list as well. That leaves Mike White as the only other active quarterback on the roster after Wilson for the Week 8 showdown.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to resume backup duties

    Flacco is set to resume backup duties Week 4 after Jets head coach Robert Saleh announced Wednesday that Zach Wilson (knee) has been medically cleared and will start Sunday's game against the Steelers, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Flacco started each of the first three games of the season, completing 58.7 percent of his passes for 901 yards, five touchdowns and three interceptions. He also fumbled four times, losing three of them. The veteran quarterback was solid through the first two contests, and he even led a miraculous comeback win over the Browns in Week 2. However, he struggled mightily against the Bengals in Week 3, turning the ball over four times. Regardless, when healthy, Wilson was always expected to reclaim…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Four turnovers in Week 3 loss

    Flacco completed 28 of 52 passes for 285 yards, no touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's 27-12 loss to the Bengals. He also fumbled three times, losing two.

    Analysis: The Jets could have made a game of this with better play under center, as Flacco failed to manufacture a touchdown drive while turning the ball over four times. Zach Wilson (knee) is expected to be available in Week 4 against the Steelers, and Flacco's poor performance here should quell any clamoring for him to keep starting over a healthy Wilson, which started up after the Flacco-led Week 2 comeback win over the Browns gave Jets fans a rare reason to celebrate.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Named Week 3 starter

    Flacco will make a third consecutive start Sunday against the Bengals, Connor Hughes of SportsNet New York reports.

    Analysis: Flacco's 307-yard, four-touchdown performance in New York's Week 2 win over the Browns wasn't enough to stir up a quarterback controversy, as the Jets still will turn back to second-year quarterback Zach Wilson (knee) once Wilson is healthy enough to play. Wilson is progressing well, but the team has already said he won't play against Cincinnati, and Flacco's most recent performance certainly was good enough to quiet any murmurs of the Jets turning to Mike White under center, so Flacco's set…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Throws four TDs in comeback win

    Flacco completed 26 of 44 passes for 307 yards and four touchdowns in Sunday's 31-30 win over the Browns. He added six yards on two rushing attempts and lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Flacco threw a two-yard touchdown to Garrett Wilson in the second quarter but held the ball too long with the Jets in scoring position on their next drive, giving Jadeveon Clowney enough time to come around the edge and strip Flacco for a costly fumble. The veteran quarterback bounced back with a productive drive in the two-minute drill, which he capped with a 10-yard touchdown pass to Breece Hall to tie the game in the final seconds of the first half. New York's offense slowed down for most of…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for another start

    Head coach Robert Saleh confirmed Wednesday that Flacco will remain the Jets' starting quarterback Week 2 versus the Browns, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Flacco will get a second straight start while Zach Wilson (knee) continues his recovery, setting up Mike White to handle backup duties. The veteran signal-caller surpassed 300 passing yards in Week 1 mostly due to extreme volume, completing 37 of 59 passes for 307 yards, one touchdown and one interception while attempting to catch up from a deficit against Baltimore. Unless the Jets follow a similar game script to Week 1 in the matchup with Cleveland, Flacco is unlikely to repeat that sort of…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 6:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 300 yards in loss to Ravens

    Flacco completed 37 of 59 passes for 307 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's 24-9 loss to the Ravens. He also rushed once for no gain.

    Analysis: Flacco's robust yardage total was the product of volume rather than efficiency, as he averaged just 5.2 yards per passing attempt. His high volume came from a negative game script due in part to Flacco's first-quarter interception, which led to Baltimore' first points. By the time Flacco found Tyler Conklin for a three-yard touchdown with a minute left, the game had long been decided in Baltimore's favor. Flacco will remain the Jets' starter against the Browns in Week 2, with Zach Wilson still…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Confirmed as Week 1 starter

    Jets head coach Robert Saleh confirmed Wednesday that Flacco will start Sunday's regular-season opener against the Ravens.

    Analysis: Per Eric Allen of the Jets' official site, Zach Wilson (knee) likely won't be available until Week 4, meaning that Flacco is in line to handle the team's quarterback duties for the team's first three games. In the process, Flacco will be working with a wideout corps that includes Elijah Moore, Corey Davis, Garrett Wilson and Braxton Berrios, a context that gives him some short-term lineup utility in superflex leagues or leagues that start two quarterbacks.

    Published: Wed, Sep 7 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Throws pick six

    Flacco completed seven of 12 passes for 76 yards but had an interception returned for a touchdown in Sunday's 31-27 preseason win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Flacco played four drives, leading the Jets to just three points while gifting the Giants a TD with an interception thrown directly to opposing linebacker Austin Calitro. With Zach Wilson (knee) still recovering from surgery, Flacco is expected to start Week 1 versus the Ravens, his former team. While Sunday's performance wasn't particularly reassuring, Flacco at least is surrounded by a promising supporting cast that includes wideouts Elijah Moore, Garrett Wilson and Corey Davis and rookie…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 28 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starting Sunday

    Jets head coach Robert Saleh said Flacco, along with the rest of the team's offensive starters, will play at least the first quarter of Sunday's preseason finale against the Giants, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: As expected, Flacco and the Jets will treat their final exhibition game as a dress rehearsal for the regular season. The veteran quarterback is second on the depth chart, but he's expected to be the team's Week 1 starter after Zach Wilson underwent arthroscopic knee surgery Aug. 16.

    Published: Sun, Aug 28 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Should start this weekend

    Flacco and other projected Week 1 starters for the Jets will play in Sunday's preseason game against the Giants, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Coach Robert Saleh said the Jets will treat their final exhibition as a dress rehearsal, with healthy starters suiting up. Flacco is second on the depth chart at quarterback of course, but he'll likely start Week 1 against Baltimore after Zach Wilson had arthroscopic surgery Aug. 16 on his meniscus.

    Published: Tue, Aug 23 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not slated to play Monday

    Flacco is among the Jets players in line to be held out of Monday's preseason game against the Falcons, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: With Zach Wilson bouncing back from arthroscopic knee surgery, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com relays that it's likely that Flacco will start at QB for the Jets in Week 1. As for Monday's contest, Mike White and Chris Streveler are available to handle the team's signal-caller reps.

    Published: Mon, Aug 22 at 9:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still on track for Week 1 start

    Flacco is on track to start Week 1 against the Ravens after Zach Wilson had successful meniscus surgery Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The Jets got good news Tuesday afternoon, with Wilson able to have relatively less invasive surgery and now facing a recovery timeline of approximately 2-4 weeks. That suggests he could in theory be back in time for Week 1, but the Jets reportedly are inclined to be cautious, in part because Wilson also has a bone bruise in his knee and doesn't figure to do much physical activity the next couple weeks. Flacco has been taking most of the first-team practice reps since Wilson got hurt in the…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 16 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starter while Wilson recovers

    Flacco has been taking first-team reps since Zach Wilson sustained a knee injury in Friday's preseason game against the Eagles, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Wilson is scheduled to have arthroscopic knee surgery Tuesday, after which point he'll be expected to miss 2-to-4 weeks barring further setbacks. While Wilson is out, Flacco will operate as the Jets' starter, and that stint as the team's top quarterback could include a Week 1 showdown against Flacco's former team, the Ravens.

    Published: Mon, Aug 15 at 6:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Running ahead of White

    Flacco is listed as the Jets' No. 2 quarterback heading into Friday's preseason opener against the Eagles, behind Zach Wilson and ahead of Mike White, Al Iannazzone of Newsday reports.

    Analysis: Wilson's expected to play 1-to-2 series Friday before giving way to Flacco, who will likely split reps with White for the remainder of the game. While White flashed some upside with a 405-passing-yard performance against the Bengals last season, Flacco's extensive experience as a starter has him in the driver's seat for the backup job, which would make him the next man up should Wilson struggle or get hurt.

    Published: Wed, Aug 10 at 10:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to Jets

    Flacco agreed Wednesday with the Jets on a one-year, $3.5 million deal, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Nw that he's back in the fold, Flacco, who logged one start under center with the Jets in 2021, will continue to provide the team with an experienced backup/mentor for top signal-caller Zach Wilson.

    Published: Wed, Mar 16 at 11:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid in lone start of 2021

    Flacco appeared in two games (one start) in 2021 and completed 27 of 42 passes for 338 yards and three touchdowns. He added three yards on two rushing attempts and lost a fumble.

    Analysis: The veteran quarterback didn't see any playing time with the Eagles but saw some action after a midseason trade to the Jets, for whom he also played in 2020. Flacco showed that he can still be effective when called upon in his brief action, and the 37-year-old quarterback's wealth of experience should make it easy for him to secure a backup job somewhere next season, though his days as an NFL starter are likely behind him.

    Published: Fri, Jan 14 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated by Jets

    The Jets activated Flacco (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Ethan Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.

    Analysis: Flacco was expected to miss at least 10 days as an unvaccinated player who tested positive for COVID-19, but he'll be able to return to practice Wednesday after the league recently instituted new rules allowing that timeline to be cut in half. The 36-year-old should serve as the No. 2 quarterback behind Zach Wilson in Sunday's matchup with Tampa Bay.

    Published: Wed, Dec 29 at 9:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • On COVID list for at least 10 days

    Flacco (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Rich Cimini of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Flacco is unvaccinated and will thus have to miss a minimum of 10 days, which means he could return just before the Jets face the Buccaneers in Week 17, but he definitely won't be available Sunday against the Jaguars. Josh Johnson's now a member of the Ravens, but the Jets still have Mike White on hand to back up Zach Wilson while Flacco's unavailable.

    Published: Thu, Dec 23 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated from COVID-19 list

    Flacco was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday and will be eligible for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Ethan Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.

    Analysis: Flacco missed last week's game at Houston because the Jets delayed his activation, probably due to the lack of practice reps during the week. He should operate as the backup behind Zach Wilson (knee), a move that would send Josh Johnson to either a third-string role or back to the practice squad.

    Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 4:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially out Week 12

    Flacco wasn't activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list ahead of Saturday's deadline for Week 12 roster moves and won't be eligible to play Sunday against the Texans, Randy Lange of the Jets' official site reports.

    Analysis: Flacco was placed on the list Tuesday after he was deemed to be a close contact of fellow quarterback Mike White, who tested positive for the virus. Though Flacco would have been eligible to rejoin the team at some point Saturday if he continued to test negative while in quarantine, his lack of practice reps this week likely prompted the Jets to delay his activation. Josh Johnson was elevated from the practice squad and will serve as the understudy in Sunday's game to Zach Wilson (knee), who…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 28 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could still serve as backup Sunday

    The Jets aren't yet ruling Flacco out from returning from the reserve/COVID-19 list and being available in a backup capacity behind Zach Wilson for Sunday's game against the Texans, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.

    Analysis: Flacco was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday after he was identified as a close contact of fellow signal-caller Mike White, who tested positive for the virus. Because Flacco is unvaccinated, he's subject to automatic five-day quarantine, but he would be eligible to rejoin the Jets on Sunday if he continues to test negative and clears all COVID-19-related protocols. Even so, Flacco wouldn't have the benefit of any practice time beforehand, so the Jets seem more inclined to elevate Josh…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 24 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on COVID-19 list, out Week 12

    Flacco was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday after he was identified as a close contact of teammate Mike White, who tested positive for the virus, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.

    Analysis: Flacco told reporters last week that he's unvaccinated, so he'll be subject to an automatic five-day quarantine even if he continues to test negative. Though that timeline theoretically gives Flacco a chance to clear all the necessary protocols in advance of Sunday's game against the Texans, the Jets are already ruling him out from making the trip to Houston, per Connor Hughes of The Athletic. Meanwhile, rookie Zach Wilson (knee) is set to return from a four-game absence to reclaim starting…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 23 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Just shy of 300 yards in spot start

    Flacco completed 24 of 39 passes for 291 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Dolphins. He added three yards on two rushing attempts and lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Flacco found Jamison Crowder for a two-yard touchdown on 4th-and-goal to tie the score at seven apiece in the first quarter, but the veteran quarterback fumbled on a 2nd-and-goal play on the following drive, forfeiting a golden opportunity to take the lead. In the third quarter. Flacco threw another game-tying touchdown, this time hitting Elijah Moore for a 62-yarder. Unfortunately for the Jets, Flacco didn't have another answer in him once Miami retook the lead in the fourth. Flacco filled in…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track for Week 11 start

    The Jets are planning to have Flacco start at quarterback in Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After failing to see any action as a backup for the Eagles before being acquired by the Jets on Oct. 25, Flacco made his season debut in garbage time of a 45-17 loss to the Bills last weekend. While he was sharp across six snaps -- he completed all three of his pass attempts for 47 yards and a touchdown -- his ascension to the starting role has more to do with Zach Wilson's (knee) iffy health and Mike White's struggles in leading the offense against Buffalo. According to Cimini, the Jets aren't…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 7:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sharp in limited relief work

    Flacco entered on New York's final drive of Sunday's 45-17 loss to the Bills and completed all three of his passes for 47 yards and a touchdown.

    Analysis: Mike White was picked off four times and failed to throw a touchdown before the team threw Flacco in there and got immediate results out of the veteran, highlighted by a 15-yard touchdown pass to Elijah Moore. Flacco's strong performance, albeit in limited action, has him in contention to start in Week 11 against the Dolphins, depending on the health of Zach Wilson (knee) and how the Jets evaluate White's poor performance in his third NFL start.

    Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 4:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dressing as backup Sunday

    Flacco will serve as the Jets' backup quarterback behind starter Mike White in Sunday's game against the Bills, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: He'll be suiting up for the first time since the Jets acquired him in a trade from the Eagles on Oct. 25. Flacco has seemingly gotten sufficient time to get up to speed with his new team's playbook, but he's more likely to fall to third on the depth chart than moving into a starting role at any point this season. Zach Wilson (knee) will remain inactive for Sunday's game, but the rookie should be available to either start next week against the Dolphins or serve as White's top backup.

    Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive versus Colts

    Flacco is inactive for Thursday night's game against the Colts.

    Analysis: With Flacco inactive Thursday, Josh Johnson is in line to be Mike White's backup Week 9, while Zach Wilson remains sidelined with a knee injury.

    Published: Thu, Nov 4 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices with new team

    Flacco practiced Friday for the first time since being acquired from the Eagles on Monday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports. He's still expected to be a healthy scratch Sunday against the Bengals.

    Analysis: Flacco had been dealing with a personal matter in the immediate aftermath of being traded, but he reported to the facility Friday, as expected. With such little time to get to know his teammates and learn the playbook, Flacco will sit out in Week 8, but he could make his Jets debut as soon as Thursday's Week 9 clash against the Colts. Whether he does so will likely depend on how quickly Flacco picks up the playbook, as well as how Mike White fares in his first NFL start against the Bengals.

    Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looking to leapfrog White

    Flacco -- who will be inactive Sunday against the Bengals -- believes he'll take over as New York's starting quarterback in the coming weeks while Zach Wilson recovers from a knee injury, Darryl Slater of NJ Advance Media reports. "I see myself playing here at some point in the next couple weeks," Flacco said.

    Analysis: Acquired from the Eagles for a sixth-round pick earlier in the week, Flacco will sit while Mike White gets the start against the Bengals on Sunday and Josh Johnson works as the backup. New York's coaching staff hasn't made a commitment at quarterback beyond that game, but Flacco believes he'll be the starter under center once he gets up to speed on the team's offense. There's no question the 36-year-old former Super Bowl champion is the more accomplished quarterback compared to White, whose…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't start Week 8

    Flacco is tending to a personal matter and won't practice with the Jets until Friday, with head coach Robert Saleh ruling the quarterback out for the starting nod Sunday against the Bengals a result, Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record reports.

    Analysis: Flacco, who was acquired from the Eagles on Monday, will take part in virtual meetings Wednesday and Thursday, but that won't be enough for him to pick up the starting assignment in place of Zach Wilson (knee), who is expected to miss 2-to-4 weeks. Mike White is thus in line for his first NFL start, while either Flacco or Josh Johnson will serve as the Jets' backup this weekend. Since Wilson will miss time beyond Week 8, Flacco is a candidate to move into a starting role down the road, but as…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed to Jets

    The Eagles are slated to trade Flacco to the Jets in exchange for a conditional draft pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Per Schefter, the pick will be a conditional sixth-rounder that could become a fifth-round choice, depending on Flacco's playing time. The Jets are making the move with rookie starter Zach Wilson in line to miss time with a PCL injury. While Flacco -- who worked behind Sam Darnold with New York in 2020 -- isn't stepping into an ideal team context, he's an upgrade over current backup Mike White and thus is worth a look for those scrambling for depth in two-QB formats.

    Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could still be No. 2 QB?

    The Eagles plan to keep Flacco even after trading for Gardner Minshew on Saturday, John Clark of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

    Analysis: Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports that Minshew will start off as the No. 3 quarterback in Philadelphia, though most would say he's better than Flacco at this point in their respective careers. The Eagles plan to roster three quarterbacks this year, with the third being Week 1 starter Jalen Hurts.

    Published: Sat, Aug 28 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds new home in Philly

    The Eagles and Flacco agreed to a contract Tuesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Flacco retains his journeyman status backing up a young quarterback. In stints with the Broncos and Jets following his 11-year tenure with the Ravens, he completed 61.9 percent of his passes for 2,686 yards, 12 touchdowns and eight interceptions in 13 games (12 starts). Flacco will serve as the primary backup to second-year signal-caller Jalen Hurts in Philadelphia.

    Published: Tue, Mar 23 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Six TDs in four starts overall

    Flacco finishes the 2020 season with 864 yards, six touchdowns and three interceptions.

    Analysis: Flacco compiled those numbers over five appearances (four starts) while going winless for a Jets team that finished 2-14. He'll likely land a role as a veteran backup somewhere next season on a contract similar to the one-year pact he signed with New York in 2020.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 6:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to backup role

    Flacco will revert to a backup role with Sam Darnold (shoulder) cleared to play Sunday against the Dolphins, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Flacco didn't exactly light it up with Darnold sidelined, completing 54.5 percent of his passes, averaging 212 yards per game and throwing six touchdowns versus three interceptions in four spot starts. Now relegated to reserve duty, Flacco likely will need another injury -- or aggravation of Darnold's right throwing shoulder -- before he'll get another chance under center.

    Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Throws two TDs vs. Chargers

    Flacco completed 15 of 30 pass attempts for two touchdowns and one interception during Sunday's 34-28 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Flacco completed just half his passes and averaged a lackluster 6.8 yards per attempt while throwing a pick-six on his second drive. He turned things around in the second half, completing touchdown passes on his first two possessions, and he finished with a respectable fantasy line by his standards. Flacco, who has 467 yards and a 5:2 TD:INT over the last two games, could start again next Sunday against the Dolphins if Sam Darnold (shoulder) is unable to play, but he could find the going tough…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 6:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will start again Week 11

    Flacco will start under center in this Sunday's game versus the Chargers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Jets were hoping Sam Darnold (shoulder) would be ready following the Week 10 bye, but they're being cautious with his recovery and will keep him on the sidelines for another week. Flacco struggled a bit in his first two starts of the year before turning it around in the Week 9 loss to New England when he completed 72 percent of his passes for 262 yards, three touchdowns and an interception. His deep ball was quite good, too, and he showed a strong connection with both Breshad Perriman and…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 16 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Throws three TDs in loss

    Flacco completed 18 of 25 passes for 262 yards, three touchdowns and an interception in Monday night's 30-27 loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: Flacco enjoyed an excellent start to the game, beating the Patriots' secondary with a couple vintage deep balls. He first found Breshad Perriman with a 50-yard touchdown to begin the second quarter, then dropped in a beautiful 20-yarder to Jamison Crowder just before halftime. With another TD connection with Perriman in the third -- this time from 15 yards -- Flacco put the Jets in a strong position to seal their first win, but a fourth-quarter interception and other team miscues undid that…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 9:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets another start Monday

    Flacco will start Monday against the Patriots for the injured Sam Darnold (shoulder), who is inactive.

    Analysis: Darnold aggravated his right shoulder injury in the Jets' Week 8 loss at Kansas City, setting the stage for Flacco to see action for the fourth time this season. While his completion percentage is only 52.0 with 397 yards, one touchdown and one interception in three appearances, Flacco will have the Jets' top three wide receivers available (Jamison Crowder, Breshad Perriman and Denzel Mims) for the first time all year. Flacco will look to exploit a Patriots defense that has allowed an NFL-worst…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely starting Monday

    Flacco is expected to start Monday against the Patriots after Sam Darnold re-injured his throwing shoulder, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.

    Analysis: Add yet another marker to a bizarre season for Jets quarterbacks. Darnold injured his shoulder in a Week 4 contest against the Broncos, missing two games only to return and post relatively mundane numbers in losses to the Bills and Chiefs, respectively. The 2018 first-round pick evidently re-injured his shoulder in the latest aforementioned loss, although both Darnold and coach Adam Gase seemed to suggest earlier in the week the injury wasn't particularly serious. The tune has certainly changed…read more

    Published: Sat, Nov 7 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely returning to backup role

    Jets head coach Adam Gase said Friday that he expects Sam Darnold (shoulder) to start Sunday against the Bills, likely relegating Flacco to backup duties, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.

    Analysis: While Darnold was sidelined for the last two games with a sprained shoulder, Flacco oversaw an unproductive offense in blowout losses to the Cardinals and Dolphins, completing only 39 of 77 passes (50.6 percent) for one touchdown, one interception and just 4.9 yards per attempt. Though Darnold may still end up carrying a designation into the weekend after being a limited participant through the Jets' first two practices of the week, Gase noted the young signal-caller is "trending in the right…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 9:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shut down by Dolphins

    Flacco completed 21 of 44 passes for 186 yards with an interception in Sunday's 24-0 loss to the Dolphins.

    Analysis: The Jets got absolutely nothing going on offense in this one, and the closest they came to putting points on the board was when Sam Ficken missed a 55-yard field goal attempt late in the third quarter. Flacco has failed to throw for 200 yards in either of his starts this season, but with Sam Darnold (shoulder) not yet practicing, the veteran QB could find himself under center again in Week 7 against the Bills.

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 7:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will draw another start

    Jets head coach Adam Gase said Flacco will start Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: With Sam Darnold still dealing with pain in his throwing shoulder, the Jets plan to proceed cautiously with him, paving the way for Flacco to make his second consecutive start. The veteran signal-caller completed 18 of 33 passes for 195 yards and a touchdown in the Week 5 loss to the Cardinals, so it's hard to get fired up about his fantasy prospects this week while helming an 0-5 squad. The Jets have moved on from top running back Le'Veon Bell, but on the plus side, the team could add Breshad…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 14 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets little help in loss

    Flacco completed 18 of 33 passes for 195 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Cardinals. He added 20 rushing yards on four carries.

    Analysis: The veteran quarterback didn't play too badly in his first start as a Jet, but his offensive line didn't give him much time and his receivers dropped a number of catchable passes. Flacco could get another start in Week 6 against the Chargers with Sam Darnold (shoulder) lacking a clear timetable for his return, but the state of the roster around them makes it unlikely either QB will be able to put up solid numbers any time soon.

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to start in Week 5

    Jets head coach Adam Gase said Wednesday that Flacco will start at quarterback in Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: According to Cimini, Sam Darnold (shoulder) won't be available Sunday and is being viewed as week-to-week, so Flacco could log more that one start while the Jets' top signal-caller recovers from an injury. Leading an 0-4 team with a banged-up wideout corps isn't an optimal context from a fantasy perspective, but Flacco is at least an experienced veteran option whose presence should allow the Jets to proceed cautiously with Darnold.

    Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Throws two passes in Jets debut

    Flacco completed both of his pass attempts for 16 yards in Thursday's 37-28 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: Flacco saw some brief game action in the first half with Sam Darnold in the locker room with what turned out to be a sprained shoulder. Darnold was cleared to return to the game, pushing Flacco back into a bench role. The 35-year-old quarterback's appearance settled any question about his readiness for game action following neck surgery, so it's safe to pencil Flacco in as Darnold's top backup moving forward.

    Published: Fri, Oct 2 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially active Thursday

    Flacco will serve as the Jets' backup quarterback Thursday versus the Broncos, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

    Analysis: As of Tuesday, Flacco wasn't sure if he'd be ready for the No. 2 gig behind Sam Darnold, but the coaching and medical staffs have come to the conclusion that he's officially recovered from surgery to repair a herniated disc in his neck. If he makes his way onto the field Thursday, it'll mark his first appearance since Oct. 27 of last season, when he was a member of the Broncos.

    Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 4:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not ready to seize backup duties

    Flacco (neck) doesn't expect to be the backup quarterback Thursday against the Broncos and said he's relying on the medical staff to decide when he's ready for game action, Andy Vasquez of USA Today Sports reports.

    Analysis: It remains to be seen whether the Jets dress Flacco as an emergency third-stringer or leave him sidelined come game day, but it sounds like Mike White will back up Sam Darnold for a fourth consecutive game to open the season. Flacco is practicing in full for a second consecutive week, so it's unclear what more he needs to do to be deemed ready to see the field.

    Published: Tue, Sep 29 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent from injury report

    Flacco (neck) wasn't listed on Monday's injury report and is expected to suit up Thursday versus the Broncos, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Flacco was expected to be ready for this past Sunday's loss to the Colts, but he was ultimately a scratch. Cleared of the injury again, Flacco will prepare to back up Sam Darnold in Thursday's game. Although Darnold is coming off a rough outing, his surroundings have been less than ideal, so Flacco likely won't play unless Darnold suffers an injury.

    Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday after all

    Contrary to previous reports, Flacco (neck) is still bothered by his injury and will be inactive Sunday against the Colts, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Flacco practiced and looked healthy this week, but he's not ready to see game action yet. Mike White will back up Sam Darnold in Indianapolis while Flacco will set his sights on a possible Week 4 return Thursday against the Broncos.

    Published: Sat, Sep 26 at 4:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go Sunday

    Flacco (neck) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Colts, Ralph Vacchiano of SNY.tv reports.

    Analysis: The veteran quarterback has been practicing in full all week and should be good to go come Week 3. Flacco's not expected to see the field unless starting quarterback Sam Darnold is benched or hurt, though if coach Adam Gase has any two-quarterback personnel groupings in his playbook, this would be the week to use them; New York will have at most three wide receivers available due to a rash of injuries, and it could be as few as two if the questionable Braxton Berrios (hamstring) can't go.

    Published: Fri, Sep 25 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Turns in first full practice

    Flacco (neck) practiced fully Wednesday and is expected to be available for Sunday's game against the Colts, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Flacco had been eyeing a Week 3 return since before the season started, and the veteran quarterback's return to full practice suggests he'll meet that goal. He's slated to serve as Sam Darnold's backup as the struggling New York offense looks to spring an upset in Indianapolis this weekend.

    Published: Wed, Sep 23 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearing return

    Flacco (neck) will have another medical checkup early this week and appears close to being cleared for full activity, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

    Analysis: If Flacco indeed manages to gain full medical clearance in the coming days, the Jets may opt to activate him on game day for Week 3's matchup versus the Colts. As soon as he's officially available, Flacco stands to usurp rookie James Morgan as the primary backup to Sam Darnold.

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive for Week 2

    Flacco (neck) is listed among the Jets' inactive players for Week 2, per the team's official Twitter account.

    Analysis: The Super Bowl-winning quarterback was unable to participate in training camp, but he has been partaking in practice in a limited capacity since Sept. 9. He's been activated off the PUP list and continues to pursue a possible Week 3 return to bolster the backup position behind Sam Darnold.

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in limited practice

    Flacco (neck) has passed a physical and was able to practice on a limited basis Wednesday, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.

    Analysis: Flacco is aiming to be healthy by Week 3, and a return to practice before the season opener -- albeit in a limited fashion -- bodes well for the veteran quarterback's hopes of meeting his goal. Until Flacco is ready to return, rookie James Morgan will be tasked with holding down the fort behind starter Sam Darnold.

    Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hopes to return in Week 3

    Flacco (neck) hasn't practiced yet but hopes to be ready for Week 3's matchup versus the Colts, ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Flacco didn't participate in training camp but passed his physical and was activated off the PUP list Saturday. However, he won't be ready right away, so rookie James Morgan will serve as Sam Darnold's backup to begin the year. Flacco has been increasing the intensity of his workouts, though, so it's realistic that he'll be ready to usurp Morgan as the primary backup before Week 3.

    Published: Sat, Sep 5 at 4:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On team's active roster

    Flacco (neck) has passed his physical and will open the season the Jets' active roster.

    Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow QB's David Fales and Mike White were cut by the team, with Flacco in line to back up Sam Darnold this coming season along with James Morgan. It remains to be seen how close to 100 percent Flacco is at this stage, but more will be known on that front once the Jets start practicing next week.

    Published: Sat, Sep 5 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Adds intensity to workouts

    Flacco (neck) was spotted doing dropbacks, rollouts and light throwing on a side field during Sunday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: While Cimini notes that Flacco wasn't going at full speed during the workout, the activity nonetheless represents a step forward for the veteran quarterback, who joined the Jets on a one-year deal in May. Flacco was placed on the PUP list in late July, and though he's unlikely to be available for Week 1, New York is still expected to activate him before the season gets underway. Once he receives full clearance, Flacco will serve as the top backup to Sam Darnold.

    Published: Sun, Aug 23 at 7:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Slated to only miss a bit of 2020

    Flacco hasn't had any setbacks following his neck surgery in May and is only expected to miss one or two games to begin the season, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Flacco was placed on the PUP list earlier last week, but it seems as if the veteran quarterback should be available no later than Week 3 of the new campaign. The 35-year-old is expected to serve as the backup to Sam Darnold.

    Published: Sat, Aug 8 at 9:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on PUP list

    Flacco (neck) has been placed on the active/Physically Unable to Perform list, Randy Lange of the Jets' official site reports.

    Analysis: Flacco, who underwent a disc repair procedure in early April, has already conceded that he won't be available in time for Week 1, so this comes as no surprise. Once he's cleared for action, the 35-year-old signal-caller will serve as Sam Darnold's top backup.

    Published: Thu, Jul 30 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to miss season opener

    Flacco (neck) confirmed Tuesday he won't be healthy in time for the Jets' season opener against the Bills on Sept. 13, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: This was speculated after the veteran quarterback underwent a disc repair procedure in early April, and the Jets were aware of the recovery timeline when they signed him to a one-year, $1.5 million deal last week. Flacco will serve as the top backup to Sam Darnold once healthy, but David Fales and rookie James Morgan will compete in training camp for the job until the veteran is able to suit up. Flacco could still be cleared for contact sometime in September.

    Published: Tue, May 26 at 6:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely set for contact in September

    Flacco (neck) is currently throwing and expects to be ready for contact in mid-September, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The 35-year-old joined the Jets on a one-year, $1.5 million deal this week, but it doesn't appear he'll be ready to go for the season opener. It's not a major surprise since Flacco underwent a disc repair procedure in early April, and it's about on par with his initial recovery timeline. He's poised to serve as the top backup to Sam Darnold once healthy, but David Fales and rookie James Morgan should also compete for the role in training camp for Week 1.

    Published: Sat, May 23 at 5:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands one-year deal with Jets

    Flacco (neck) agreed to a one-year, $1.5 million contract with the Jets on Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Flacco isn't automatically considered a starter at this point in his career, but he will get an opportunity to serve in a backup role to Sam Darnold when he's healthy. Per Schefter, Flacco is expected to be available for non-contact work when training camp begins and figures to be cleared in full in September. He opened 2019 as the starter for the Broncos, but a neck injury cost him the back half of the campaign after he compiled 1,822 passing yards and a 6:5 TD:INT ratio over eight games.…read more

    Published: Fri, May 22 at 12:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status to open season in question

    Flacco (neck) underwent a disc repair procedure in early April and is targeting clearance between late August and mid-September, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Flacco doesn't have a clear path to a starting gig next season at this point, but he could serve as a valuable backup and potentially a mentor somewhere. If the NFL schedule remains on track, Flacco would be ready to roll right around the start of the 2020 campaign.

    Published: Thu, May 7 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Waived by Broncos

    Flacco (neck) will be waived by the Broncos with a failed physical designation, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Parting ways with Flacco cements Drew Lock's status as the Broncos' top signal caller going forward. Assuming Flacco is able to move past the neck issue that shortened his 2019 season, the 35-year-old will look to catch on with another team looking to fill a need at QB.

    Published: Thu, Mar 19 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Encouraging injury news

    Flacco underwent an MRI on his neck and received good news, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: The results will be sent to Dr. Andrew Dossett in Dallas for a second opinion, so while things are headed in the right direction, the 35-year-old quarterback still needs to get over some hurdles. Furthermore, whether Flacco returns to action likely depends on what type of risk it would pose to his long-term health. "Joe has every intention to play but not at the risk of his long-term health," Flacco's agent Joe Linta said. We'll have to wait to see how things progress, but Flacco isn't…read more

    Published: Tue, Feb 18 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes season with 1,822 yards

    Flacco (neck) completed 171 of 262 passes for 1,822 yards, six touchdowns and five interceptions during an injury-shortened 2019 campaign. He added 20 yards on 12 carries and fumbled the ball eight times during his eight games played.

    Analysis: The 2019 season probably wasn't what Flacco and the Broncos expected following his offseason trade from Baltimore. The veteran passer's big arm was seldom on display as he seemed to lack his old mobility to roll out and buy time. Instead, the veteran often stood still in the pocket and dumped the ball off before ending his season eight games in with a neck injury. His play tailed off before that as he averaged just 6.0 yards per attempt and no touchdowns in his final three games. There were…read more

    Published: Sat, Jan 4 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Decision on surgery coming in January

    Flacco (neck) said Monday he expects to undergo an MRI at some point in January to determine whether he'll need surgery to address a herniated disc, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Once Flacco gains clarity on the extent of his injury situation, he noted that he would first decide whether he wants to continue his career before meeting with the Broncos' brass. Flacco is due $20.25 million in 2020 and $24.25 million in 2021, so he would have plenty of incentive to keep playing if doctors give him a favorable prognosis moving forward. The 34-year-old said that he would be willing to serve as a backup to Drew Lock if he sticks around with Denver next season.

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Holding off on surgery

    Coach Vic Fangio said Friday that Flacco plans to treat the herniated disc in his neck with rest and rehab rather than undergoing surgery, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

    Analysis: Since Flacco is expected to be withheld from activity for six weeks before being re-evaluated by the Broncos' medical staff and other physicians, Denver made the decision Friday to place him on injured reserve, spelling an end to his first season with the team. Fangio noted that Brandon Allen will step in as the Broncos' new starting quarterback "for now," with the fourth-year pro slated to make his NFL debut Sunday against the Browns. Rookie Brett Rypien was promoted from the practice squad…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially shut down for season

    The Broncos will place Flacco (neck) on injured reserve Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: With Flacco due to miss at least 4-to-6 weeks after he was diagnosed with a herniated disc in his neck, the 2-6 Broncos determined the veteran wasn't worth keeping on the 53-man roster for the slim possibility of a late-season return. Flacco's placement on IR almost certainly spells an end to his tenure with the Broncos, who will turn to Brandon Allen as their new starting quarterback Sunday versus the Browns. Allen's performance in that outing will likely dictate whether he sticks atop the…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • % Change-1.1
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