The Growler Who Dey Light: QB1, QB2 and draft debates
Mar 27, 2026
Conversation about Joe Burrow playing flag football and whether it worries fans. Debate over signing Joe Flacco as a veteran safety net and Tycen Anderson leaving the roster. Quick takes on which young Bengals might break out and which draft scenarios would best help the team. Discussion of linebacker options, Cam Taylor-Britt’s pick value, and priorities for offensive improvement.
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Joe Burrow Flag Football Reveals Fan Anxiety
- Joe Burrow's flag football appearance reminded fans he's a competitive athlete who will keep playing despite injury risk.
- Paul Dehner Jr. and Mark Chalifoux note fans panic because Burrow's injury history turns any off-field activity into a stress test for the season.
Flacco Signing Is A $6M Insurance Policy
- Signing Joe Flacco for roughly $6 million was framed as an insurance policy and a win for locker room leadership.
- Paul says backup QBs yield quotable access for reporters and Flacco's experience will be a recurring story asset.
Use Cap Levers To Keep Impact Special Teamers
- Don't accept roster gaps when simple contract maneuvers could retain key role players.
- Paul argues the Bengals could've structured deals or reallocated cap space to keep Tycen Anderson at a modest salary.