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Bengals Trade Rumors
Flacco's trade rumors fade as Bengals stick with veteran backup.
In brief
Flacco's trade rumors fade as Bengals stick with veteran backup. Bengals keep Joe Flacco as backup QB despite trade rumors after he impressed in 2025 season. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Trade Rumors Spark
Six NFL teams face QB injuries this week.
Flacco's Role
Flacco signed as Bengals' backup QB for 2026.
Giants' Struggle
Giants' starter Jameis Winston struggled in loss.
Flacco's Response
Flacco denies trade rumors but jokes about it.
“It's obviously not real and not true”
Bengals' Plan
Bengals keep Flacco for backup depth.
Next Game
Bengals play Steelers this weekend.
The headline
Bengals keep Joe Flacco as backup QB despite trade rumors after he impressed in 2025 season.
