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Flacco's Status Uncertain for Bengals' Week 9 Clash

10/30/2025

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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco is uncertain for Week 9 due to a sprained AC joint in his throwing shoulder.
Coach Zac Taylor announced Flacco will not practice on Wednesday, giving him a "50-50" chance to play against the Chicago Bears.
Flacco has thrown for 784 yards and seven touchdowns in three games since joining the Bengals.
If Flacco cannot play, Jake Browning is expected to start for the Bengals, who are currently 3-5 in the AFC North.

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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco is uncertain for Week 9 due to a sprained AC joint in his throwing shoulder.
Coach Zac Taylor announced Flacco will not practice on Wednesday, giving him a "50-50" chance to play against the Chicago Bears.
Flacco has thrown for 784 yards and seven touchdowns in three games since joining the Bengals.
If Flacco cannot play, Jake Browning is expected to start for the Bengals, who are currently 3-5 in the AFC North.