Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco is no stranger to speaking his mind, and his latest comments are once again turning heads across the NFL landscape.

This offseason, the veteran signal-caller has been vocal about the direction of the league. After making waves in February with his thoughts on the current state of the NFL product, Flacco is back in the spotlight, this time questioning the league's push for more games.

In a recent interview with Front Office Sports, Flacco expressed skepticism about the seemingly endless expansion of the regular season. "What happens when we go to 18? Are they going to want 20? Are they going to want 22?" he pondered, adding, "We used to play 14 games before I was born. At some point it has to stop."

His concerns go beyond mere schedule length. Flacco hinted that an 18-game schedule, which many see as inevitable, could lead to increased wear and tear on players, potentially diluting the quality of play, especially in the crucial postseason games where every snap counts.

Despite his forward-looking critiques, Flacco's immediate focus is clear. He chose to re-sign with the Bengals early in the offseason, demonstrating his commitment to the team and bypassing the chance to wait for a potential starting job elsewhere. For now, his leadership and experience remain valuable assets in Cincinnati's quarterback room as the league continues to evolve around him.