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The Cincinnati Bengals have added experience to their quarterback room by signing veteran passer Josh Johnson to a one-year contract.
The move marks Johnson’s third stint with Cincinnati after previous stops with the franchise in 2013 and 2015. Entering the league in 2008, the 39-year-old quarterback has now spent time with a record 14 NFL teams during his long career.
Johnson most recently played for the Washington Commanders, appearing in five games last season. He completed 63 percent of his passes for 372 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions.
Bengals Address Backup Quarterback Need
Cincinnati entered the offseason needing additional depth behind franchise quarterback Joe Burrow.
Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco, who started games for the Bengals last season after Burrow suffered an injury, remains a free agent. Flacco previously indicated he hopes to find a starting opportunity in 2026.
Meanwhile, former reserve quarterback Jake Browning departed in free agency after signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
One of the NFL’s Most Experienced Journeymen
Johnson’s lengthy career has included appearances in 50 NFL games with 11 starts. Across those contests, he has completed 242 passes for 2,669 yards with 14 touchdowns and 18 interceptions while also contributing 481 rushing yards.
Originally drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fifth round of the 2008 NFL Draft, Johnson has also spent time with several other teams, including the San Francisco 49ers, Baltimore Ravens, New York Jets, and Cleveland Browns.
With Johnson now in place, the Bengals add a seasoned veteran capable of providing stability behind Burrow as the team prepares for the 2026 season.
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