According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the Cincinnati Bengals have decided not to tender quarterback Jake Browning. The Bengals will allow Jake Browning to test the free agent market.
Fowler mentioned that the Bengals are open to potentially bringing Jake Browning back. I imagine that would only be in a scenario that neither side ends up getting a deal they want elsewhere in free agency. The Bengals could look to bring back Joe Flacco, who is also a free agent. They could look for another veteran option
during free agency, or they could potentially wait to see if they can add to the room on day three of the 2026 NFL Draft this year.
Browning had a 64.8% completion percentage in relief of Joe Burrow during the 2025 season. He was replaced by Flacco after throwing 6 touchdowns to 8 interceptions during the four games he played in after the injury to Burrow.
What route do you see the Bengals going for their backup quarterback this season?
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