Joe Flacco Signs One-Year Deal with Indianapolis Colts

Former NFL quarterback Joe Flacco has inked a one-year contract with the Indianapolis Colts, as reported by Adam Schefter of ESPN sources, in a deal worth up to $8.7 million.

Flacco, who recently played for the Cleveland Browns and secured the NFL Comeback Player of the Year award, will receive $4.5 million guaranteed in this agreement.

In Indianapolis, Flacco is set to serve as a mentor and backup to second-year QB [Colts’ quarterback name redacted]. The addition of Flacco provides stability and experience to the Colts’ quarterback room, especially after [Colts’ player name redacted] missed significant playing time due to injuries last season.

With [previous backup quarterback] departing for the [new team], the Colts have acquired Flacco, whose strong arm will be an asset in coach Shane Steichen’s offensive scheme, aimed at improving the deep passing game.

During his tenure with the Browns, Flacco showcased his skills by leading the team to a playoff berth and making history as the first Browns quarterback to achieve certain feats. He finished the 2023 regular season with impressive statistics, throwing for over 1,600 yards, 13 touchdowns, and eight interceptions in just five games.

Having previously won a Super Bowl with the Baltimore Ravens, Flacco brings a wealth of experience and a winning mentality to the Colts’ roster, enhancing their quarterback depth for the upcoming season.