I believe Flynn was willing to take the hit. From different wording I read over the last few months, I formed the opinion that he had possession of a list that named pedophiles; how he obtained it, I don’t know, but speculate that it was through his duties or entrusted to him because of his position and trustworthiness.
Anyone can be put on a list. It needs verification, and the work of verifying is probably best done quietly. I am praying that a lot of behind the scene movement is ongoing.
As to Q, there seem to be several writing styles. Maybe a gang of queueballers!