Crafting the Ultimate NFL Undrafted Roster for 2026

WHO:

PFF - Jake Browning earns recognition as a notable undrafted quarterback after posting a 66.7 PFF passing grade across 448 dropbacks over the past three seasons.

bengals.com - Josh Johnson has 50 career appearances with seven different NFL franchises.

bengals.com - Jake Browning signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

bengals.com - Josh Johnson, a 12-year journeyman QB, was brought in by the Bengals, having played for 14 different NFL franchises, a league record.

PFF - Jake Browning, Joe Burrow, Joe Flacco, Josh Johnson, Clifford

bengals.com - Cincinnati Bengals, Baltimore Ravens, Miami Dolphins, Pittsburgh Steelers, Cleveland Browns

WHAT:

bengals.com - Burrow was selected to the 2026 Pro Bowl Games at the conclusion of the season, marking his third Pro Bowl trip in six years.

clevelandbrowns.com - The Browns added Taylen Green as a fourth quarterback in the draft to their roster.

clevelandbrowns.com - During the offseason program, both Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson split first-team reps in 11-on-11 periods during OTAs and minicamp.

bengals.com - Burrow threw for 261 yards and two touchdowns in his return against the Baltimore Ravens.

clevelandbrowns.com - Shedeur Sanders completed 120 passes for 1,400 yards and seven touchdowns during his rookie season.

bengals.com - Burrow was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance against the Miami Dolphins, completing 78.1% of his passes for 309 yards and four touchdowns.

bengals.com - Flacco re-signed with the Bengals in March to back up Burrow.

clevelandbrowns.com - Deshaun Watson is returning to the field for the first time since rupturing his Achilles tendon in Week 7 of the 2024 season and missing the entire 2025 season.

PFF - Jake Browning posted a 66.7 PFF passing grade across 448 dropbacks over the past three seasons.

bengals.com - Burrow threw for 4,918 yards and 43 touchdowns in 2024.

bengals.com - Burrow started eight games in 2025, throwing for 1,809 yards, 17 touchdowns, and five interceptions with a 100.7 passer rating.

bengals.com - Flacco started 10 games and played in 13 for Cincinnati in 2025, throwing for 2,479 yards, 15 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions.

bengals.com - Burrow was named to the 2026 Pro Bowl Games, marking his third Pro Bowl trip in six years.

bengals.com - Flacco was named to his first career Pro Bowl in 2025.

bengals.com - Burrow completed 78.1% of his passes for 309 yards and four touchdowns in a 45-21 victory against the Miami Dolphins.

bengals.com - Flacco completed 31-of-47 passes for 342 yards and three touchdowns in his first home start at Paycor Stadium against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

WHERE:

bengals.com - Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio

bengals.com - Baltimore, Maryland (for the game against the Ravens)

bengals.com - Cleveland, Ohio (for the Week 1 win)

WHEN:

chargers.com - Chargers Training Camp opens with the first practice on July 29.

clevelandbrowns.com - The Browns' training camp is set to begin in approximately five weeks.

bengals.com - Burrow returned on Thanksgiving night against the Baltimore Ravens.

bengals.com - Burrow was injured in Week 2 against the Jaguars and missed nine games.

bengals.com - Burrow's performance against the Miami Dolphins occurred in Week 16.

bengals.com - Cincinnati traded for Joe Flacco ahead of Week 6.

WHY:

clevelandbrowns.com - Head coach Todd Monken stated that both Sanders and Watson have earned the opportunity to continue competing throughout training camp before a decision is made on the starting quarterback.

clevelandbrowns.com - Head coach Todd Monken stated that both Sanders and Watson have earned the opportunity to continue competing throughout training camp.

clevelandbrowns.com - The Browns are conducting a quarterback competition this offseason, with first-team reps taken by Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson during OTAs and minicamp.

bengals.com - The Bengals traded for Flacco to fill the quarterback position after Burrow's injury.

HOW:

chargers.com - Chargers Offensive Coordinator Mike McDaniel noted that Herbert's footwork has been switched to have his left foot forward for a quicker release.

clevelandbrowns.com - The Browns utilized a two-spot method during OTAs to create reps for each quarterback, allowing for simultaneous throwing drills.

bengals.com - Cincinnati sent a fifth-round pick to the Browns in exchange for Flacco and a sixth-round pick.

Jake Browning has gained recognition as a standout undrafted quarterback, achieving a solid 66.7 PFF passing grade over 448 dropbacks in the last three seasons. Meanwhile, Joe Burrow has been selected for the 2026 Pro Bowl Games, marking his third trip to the prestigious event in just six years. As the Chargers prepare for their training camp, which kicks off with the first practice on July 29, head coach Todd Monken has confirmed that both Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson will continue to compete for the starting quarterback position.