Early Life and Education of Joe Flacco: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Joe Flacco. From birth to education, explore key events.

Joe Flacco is a professional American football quarterback currently playing for the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL. Prior to this, he played college football for both the Pittsburgh Panthers and the Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens. He was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the first round of the 2008 NFL draft, launching his successful professional career.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

January 16, 1985: Joe Flacco's Birth

On January 16, 1985, Joe Flacco was born in Voorhees Township, New Jersey.

January 16, 1985: Joseph Vincent Flacco Born

On January 16, 1985, Joseph Vincent Flacco was born. He later became a professional football quarterback in the NFL.

2003: Ranked as a Three-Star Recruit

In 2003, Joe Flacco was ranked as a three-star recruit by Rivals.com, placing him as No. 39 among quarterback prospects.

2003: Redshirted as a Freshman

In 2003, Joe Flacco was redshirted as a freshman for the Pittsburgh Panthers football team.

2004: Backup Quarterback at Pittsburgh

In 2004, Joe Flacco served as the backup quarterback at Pittsburgh, playing in three games.

2005: Transferred to the University of Delaware

In 2005, Joe Flacco decided to transfer to the University of Delaware and was ineligible to play that season.

2006: First Full-Time Action at Delaware

In 2006, Joe Flacco saw his first full-time action at the University of Delaware, throwing for 2,783 yards and 18 touchdowns.

2007: Led Delaware to FCS Championship Game

In 2007, Joe Flacco led his team to an 8-3 regular-season record, compiling 4,263 yards and 23 touchdowns, ultimately leading to a loss in the FCS National Championship Game.

April 2012: Flacco Declares Himself the Best Quarterback

In April 2012, Joe Flacco stated that he was the best quarterback in the NFL, a sentiment that was almost universally mocked at the time.

January 2013: Flacco Endorses Haribo and McDonald's

In January 2013, Joe Flacco endorsed Haribo. Also in January 2013, Flacco signed an endorsement deal with McDonald's to promote their new menu item, the Mighty Wings.