The Cincinnati Bengals have acquired veteran QB Joe Flacco from the Cleveland Browns in a trade. The deal, confirmed by the Browns, includes a sixth-round draft pick heading to Cincinnati, while Cleveland will receive a fifth-round pick in return.

This trade comes on the heels of the Bengals’ recent 37-24 loss to the Detroit Lions at Paycor Stadium, signaling a sense of urgency as the team looks to improve its quarterback play.

Details of the deal

Flacco, who brings over a decade of experience and a Super Bowl championship pedigree, is expected to start this Sunday when the Bengals take on the Green Bay Packers.

According to Adam Schefter, the Bengals hope that Flacco, a quick learner with a wealth of experience, will be ready to step in and lead the team on short notice.

“Bengals

See Full Page