The Browns recently added veteran quarterback Joe Flacco to their roster to provide experience and depth to a quarterback room primarily led by Kenny Pickett. In a statement on ESPN Cleveland, Flacco emphasized the lack of expectations regarding the starting quarterback position for the upcoming season.
With Deshaun Watson facing an extended absence in 2025, Flacco and Pickett are expected to be joined by a rookie drafted after the No. 2 overall pick. While Flacco showed promise in six starts during the 2023 season, his age and the team's commitment to developing Pickett suggest that the starting quarterback position remains open for competition leading into OTAs and training camp under coach Kevin Stefanski's guidance. Although Flacco is not guaranteed the starting role, he is positioned as the frontrunner unless outperformed by Pickett or a standout rookie during offseason practices and camp.