Joe Flacco Integrates Quickly Into Bengals Leadership, Boosts Offense

Joe Flacco, now with the Cincinnati Bengals, is set to face his former team, the New York Jets, in an NFL Week 8 matchup. Flacco reflected on his challenging three seasons with the Jets, where he had a 1-8 record as a starter but remains grateful for the experience and memories. Since joining the Bengals, Flacco has quickly adapted to their offense, leading a dramatic 33-31 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers and earning praise from Bengals offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher for his maturity and leadership. In contrast to his previous struggles against the Jets, including a loss in their last meeting in 2022, Flacco is optimistic about better results this time. Additionally, Flacco recently secured his first career head-to-head win over Aaron Rodgers, highlighting his ongoing competitiveness despite both quarterbacks being in their 40s. Flacco's experience and resilience have been crucial to the Bengals amid quarterback injuries, marking a significant turn in his career trajectory.