Summary
The Cleveland Browns traded quarterback Joe Flacco to the Cincinnati Bengals. There is uncertainty about which quarterback, Shedeur Sanders or Bailey Zappe, will become the primary backup for Cleveland. Sanders is currently listed as a backup, but some expect Zappe may be promoted from the practice squad.
Key Facts
- The Cleveland Browns traded Joe Flacco to the Cincinnati Bengals.
- Flacco was traded along with a sixth-round pick in exchange for a fifth-round pick.
- Shedeur Sanders is currently listed as the second quarterback, or QB2, for the Browns.
- There is debate about whether Sanders will remain the backup or if Bailey Zappe will take that spot.
- Bailey Zappe is part of the Browns' practice squad and was originally drafted by the New England Patriots in 2022.
- Zappe has played in 15 NFL games, starting nine of them.
- The Browns aim to provide Sanders a game plan based on his strengths when he plays.
- The decision on who will be the secondary quarterback is not yet finalized.
