Battle of the Uncs: Bengals vs. Steelers Set for Thursday Night Showdown
The NFL’s Week 7 primetime slate comes with a touch of humor and history. When the Cincinnati Bengals host the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday Night Football (Oct. 16), the league is calling it the “Battle of the Uncs.” The nickname, coined by the NFL’s social media team, is a playful nod to the two veteran quarterbacks set to face off — Joe Flacco (40) and Aaron Rodgers (41) — marking just the third matchup in league history between two starting QBs over 40.
Why “Battle of the Uncs”?
The term “unc,” short for “uncle,” is a lighthearted slang word often used to describe an older man in a humorous, affectionate way. With Flacco and Rodgers leading their respective squads into Paycor Stadium, it’s a fitting label for what’s shaping up to be one of the most intriguing midseason matchups...