Joe Flacco has started four games in place of Anthony Richardson this season. The Colts quarterback could start another this week.
If he does, there is a chance it could be the final start of Flacco’s career.
While Flacco has given no indication he plans to retire, he is 39.
“I just try to stay in the moment,” Flacco said, via Joel Erickson of the Indy Star. “People ask me all the time, ‘How long do you want to play?’ and I don’t have an answer for them.”
The Colts haven’t ruled out Richardson, who didn’t practice this week with back and foot injuries. But Flacco is preparing to start and getting all the first-team reps this week has readied him for the 190th start of his career.
“For me, at least, you’re able to go out there and get some practice reps that make you feel a little more comfortable going into the game,” Flacco said.
Flacco has hinted that he will play as long as a team wants him. He didn’t get an opportunity last season until late in the year when the Browns signed him. His play in six starts, including a wild-card playoff game, prompted the Colts to sign him in the offseason as the backup to Richardson and a mentor for the young quarterback.
“I just try to stay in the moment,” Flacco said. “People ask me all the time, ‘How long do you want to play?’ and I don’t have an answer for them.”
He has played 17 seasons. It remains to be seen whether he will make it to 18.
Joe Flacco isn’t thinking about his future as he prepares to start, if Anthony Richardson can’t
With rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson dealing with a nagging injury, veteran Joe Flacco has been thrust into the starting role for the upcoming game. Despite the uncertainty surrounding Richardson’s availability, Flacco remains focused on the task at hand and is not letting thoughts of his own future cloud his preparation.
“I’m just taking things one game at a time and trying to do my best to help the team win,” Flacco said in a recent press conference. “I know there’s a lot of speculation about what might happen if Anthony can’t go, but all I can control is how I prepare and perform on the field.”
Flacco, who has played for several teams throughout his career, understands the transient nature of the NFL and the ever-changing landscape of the quarterback position. While some may see this as a potential opportunity for Flacco to prove himself once again, he is simply focused on doing his job to the best of his abilities.
“I’ve been around long enough to know that anything can happen in this league,” Flacco added. “I’m just grateful for the chance to play and will give it my all, regardless of what the future may hold.”
As the team gears up for a crucial game, Flacco’s professionalism and dedication to his craft are evident. Whether he remains the starter for the foreseeable future or returns to a backup role, one thing is certain – Joe Flacco is ready to step up and lead his team to victory.
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