Joe Flacco: “I gladly made my decision to go back to Cincinnati”

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Joe Flacco has re-signed with the Cincinnati Bengals, choosing to stay as a backup to Joe Burrow despite having other opportunities. He expressed satisfaction with his decision, emphasizing its importance for him and his family.

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Joe Flacco re-signed with the Cincinnati Bengals
Flacco threw for 13 touchdowns and four interceptions in 2025
He chose to stay despite other opportunities
Flacco's decision is seen as beneficial for the team
Bengals traded for Dexter Lawrence during the offseason

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Dec 7, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco (16) warms up before a game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images | Mark Konezny-Imagn Images One of the most underrated transactions of the offseason for the Cincinnati Bengals is re-signing quarterback Joe Flacco. After starting six games in 2025, throwing for 13 touchdowns and four interceptions, Flacco has earned the respect of the entire team and the adoration of Bengals fans. Flacco could have gone elsewhere to start this season, but he chose to stay with the Bengals and backup Joe Burrow. In a recent interview with Front Office Sports, Flacco opened up about his decision to stay in the Queen City. “It’s not like I didn’t have opportunities. At the end of the day, I felt like I made a decision that was best for me and my family and what my gut was telling me and all that,” Flacco said. “It wasn’t like I just had to make the decision to go back to Cincinnati. “I gladly made that decision, but at the same time, I think you always feel that way as a competitor. You want to be the guy, and when you don’t really feel like you’re given as many opportunities as you would like, of course, you’re going to feel a certain way about it. But you know, I kind of say that half-seriously, half-jokingly. You know, I was serious for sure. But I gladly made my decision to go back to Cincinnati, and I’m excited about that.“ Not only have the Bengals pushed their chips into the center of the table by trading for , but they have also insured themselves with Joe Flacco, giving Joe Burrow an insurance policy. If the worst happens, the Bengals aren’t doomed. That’s a good thing. This is all the product of a very good offseason for the Bengals.

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Why did Joe Flacco choose to stay with the Cincinnati Bengals?

Joe Flacco decided to stay with the Bengals because he felt it was the best choice for him and his family, despite having other opportunities.

What were Joe Flacco's performance statistics in the 2025 season?

In the 2025 season, Joe Flacco started six games, throwing for 13 touchdowns and four interceptions.

How does Joe Flacco's presence benefit the Bengals this season?

Joe Flacco provides the Bengals with a reliable backup for Joe Burrow, ensuring the team has a solid insurance policy in case of injury.

Joe Flacco: “I gladly made my decision to go back to Cincinnati”

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