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The Pittsburgh Steelers could team up with one of their long-time AFC North rivals this offseason.
The Pittsburgh Steelers could have a new starting quarterback for the 2026 season, and while many believe that player could come via the 2026 NFL Draft, it could also come in the form of a former division rival.
Former long-time Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco recently opened up about the possibility of teaming up with the Steelers following stops with the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals in 2025.
“I think it would be strange. I do think having a Pittsburgh Steelers jersey on would be a little more strange than even a Browns or Bengals jersey, for whatever reason,” Flacco said on the BMore Sports Podcast. “But I think at this point, I’m pretty much open for most things if I can see an opportunity in it.”
Would Joe Flacco actually play for the Steelers?
He answered that question on the @BMoreSportsPod this week, joining Mike Preston and Jerry Coleman for a candid conversation about his career.
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Flacco, 41, has likely already played his best football, but he has still proven to be a capable starter when called upon in recent years.
In 2025, Flacco threw for 2,479 yards, 15 touchdowns and 10 interceptions in 13 total games with the Browns and Bengals.
However, Flacco would be grateful to just have a chance to play in his 19th season in the NFL.
“I play football because I love it,” Flacco said. “It is a job of mine. Somebody’s hiring me. That’s a pretty big deal. But at the same time, I love playing football, and if people are going to give me the opportunity to do that, then yeah, you can’t necessarily let your personal feelings on an organization just from an outsider get in the way of a professional decision.”
Pittsburgh will almost certainly check back in on a potential reunion with quarterback Aaron Rodgers before turning to Flacco, following the hire of Mike McCarthy. But if Rodgers decides it’s time to hang up his cleats for good, Flacco could be an intriguing addition, especially given this year’s weak quarterback class.
A first-round pick in the 2008 NFL Draft by the Ravens, Flacco has thrown for 48,176 yards, 272 touchdowns and 172 interceptions in his professional career.
This article originally appeared on Steelers Now: Ravens Long-Time QB Open to Playing For Steelers in 2026
