Former Bengals quarterback Browning has new team

Former Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jake Browning is set to join the Los Angeles Chargers, according to a report from Tom Pelissero on Twitter/X. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers terminated Browning's contract at the end of August. In March, the Bucs brought Browning on board, making him a free agent after the 2025 season. Browning appeared in 17 games, starting 10, during his three-year tenure with the Bengals.

The Bengals and Chargers have no scheduled matchups in the 2026 regular season. Chargers' starting quarterback Justin Herbert has had a challenging season, contributing 937 passing yards, five touchdowns, and seven interceptions in their first five games, all of which were losses. DJ Uiagalelei serves as Herbert's backup. Trey Lance was placed on injured reserve due to a groin injury.

In October 2025, Browning expressed frustration about being benched for Joe Flacco, but affirmed that he would manage the situation appropriately as the team opted to start Flacco in Week 6 against Green Bay. This report was originally published by the Cincinnati Enquirer.