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Joe Flacco Set to Start Against Bears Amid Injury

11/1/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Joe Flacco of the Cincinnati Bengals is slated to start against the Chicago Bears on Sunday after posting a 100.1 passer rating with seven touchdowns and no interceptions in three starts.
Flacco expressed optimism about his sprained AC joint after limited practice this week.
If Flacco cannot play, Jake Browning will start, with Sean Clifford as the emergency quarterback.
The Bears face uncertainty as they prepare for Flacco's return.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's merger with the AFL in 1970 transformed professional football, enhancing competition and elevating the quarterback's role. This shift, rooted in earlier rule changes that allowed forward passing, established quarterbacks as pivotal to team success. Joe Flacco's recent performance, including a 100.1 passer rating, underscores the ongoing evolution of quarterback strategies and their significance in modern football.

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Story summary

Joe Flacco of the Cincinnati Bengals is slated to start against the Chicago Bears on Sunday after posting a 100.1 passer rating with seven touchdowns and no interceptions in three starts.
Flacco expressed optimism about his sprained AC joint after limited practice this week.
If Flacco cannot play, Jake Browning will start, with Sean Clifford as the emergency quarterback.
The Bears face uncertainty as they prepare for Flacco's return.

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