Summary
The Cleveland Browns traded quarterback Joe Flacco, and Flacco supported the decision. He did not want to remain on the sidelines as the team evaluated its rookie quarterbacks.
Key Facts
- The Cleveland Browns traded Joe Flacco on Tuesday for the second time in three years.
- Joe Flacco was in favor of the trade and welcomed it.
- The Browns plan to evaluate rookie quarterbacks Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders.
- Flacco's history with the Browns includes a period as a starter in 2023, helping the team make the playoffs.
- In 2025, Flacco began the season as the starting quarterback but was replaced by Dillon Gabriel after a 1-3 start.
- The Browns have two first-round picks in the 2026 draft and are assessing potential candidates in a strong quarterback class.
