Flacco’s 2025 Season So Far: Early Struggles, Late Improvement After Joining Bengals
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The 2025 NFL season has been a turbulent one for veteran quarterback Joe Flacco, who began the year with the Cleveland Browns before being traded to the Cincinnati Bengals in early October. The 39-year-old signal-caller has faced inconsistent performances, protection issues, and transition challenges while trying to stabilize his new offense.
Through five games, Flacco has completed 122 of 205 passes for 1,034 yards, with four touchdowns and six interceptions. His 59.5% completion rate and 67.0 passer rating reflect a rocky stretch marked by flashes of veteran poise but also costly mistakes.
Rough Start in Cleveland
Flacco’s stint in Cleveland opened with a narrow 17–16 loss to the Bengals in Week 1. Despit...