CINCINNATI — The Bengals traded for Joe Flacco with hopes of saving their season. Sending a 2025 fifth-round pick to the Browns in exchange for the veteran quarterback and a 2026 sixth-round pick was a no-brainer for Cincinnati.

The New York Jets are elevating rookie quarterback Brady Cook for the Week 8 contest against the Cincinnati Bengals.

As the Cincinnati Bengals try to keep pace with the Pittsburgh Steelers atop the AFC North, their defense will get a big boost against the New York Jets in Week 8 with the return of star pass rusher Trey Hendrickson, who is expected to play after missing last week's win over the Steelers with a hip injury, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

CINCINNATI — The Bengals will face Justin Fields on Sunday at Paycor Stadium. The former Ohio State star will start at quarterback for the Jets according to Brian Costello of the New York Post. Tyrod Taylor is dealing with a knee injury and won't travel to Cincinnati with the team.

New Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco admitted he has found quiet joy in solo moments while his family remains home in New Jersey following his move to Ohio.

Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco joked that he no longer feels sorry for the guy he sees sitting by himself and eating a meal.

CINCINNATI — The Bengals were back on the practice field Thursday afternoon as the team tries to get as healthy as possible for the Jets matchup. They look like they'll be pretty close to full strength outside of the players already on injured reserve.

Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco admitted it's 'pretty enjoyable' to be living in Cincinnati without his wife Dana and their five kids after he was traded from the Browns mid-season.