The Browns began practice camp with an intriguing quarterback battle featuring four completely different candidates.
Following a second win in the pre-season schedule, the Cleveland Browns ended the debate by naming the starting quarterback for the start of the season, withveteran Joe Flacco receiving the vote of confidence from coaches and management. Although he didn't play a single game in the preseason, he was the ideal candidate to fill the role at the start of the season. The Super Bowl winner and MVP is familiar with Kevin Stefanski's system and guided the Browns to the playoffs in the 2023 season
At 40, the veteran continues to defy time and prove he can deliver the goods. Flacco retains the trust of the organization, which is counting on his leadership and experience to build on recent successes.
An unsurprising appointment in a turbulent camp
From the very first weeks of camp, Joe Flacco stood out, not only for his ability to read the game and his ever-efficient arm, but also for his physical stability, which his competitors were unable to maintain.
Several young quarterbacks had to deal with minor to moderate injuries, leaving the way clear for Flacco.
His return as a starter is welcomed by fans, still marked by his 2023 epic. For the Browns, this decision brings welcome clarity to the most critical position.
It will now be very intriguing to see what happens next with the other quarterbacks. Rookies Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel showed promise in their prep-game outings. There's also former first-round pick Kenny Pickett in the equation.
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