Summary
The Cleveland Browns are exploring their quarterback options due to uncertainty about Deshaun Watson's return from injury. Recently, they tested former Chicago Bears quarterback Austin Reed. Cleveland's current backup quarterback is Shedeur Sanders, following Joe Flacco's departure to the Cincinnati Bengals.
Key Facts
- Deshaun Watson is on the PUP list, recovering from an Achilles injury.
- Shedeur Sanders is the backup quarterback for the Cleveland Browns.
- Joe Flacco was traded to the Cincinnati Bengals.
- Austin Reed is a former undrafted free agent from the Chicago Bears and has not played in regular-season NFL games.
- The Browns worked out Austin Reed according to the league’s transaction wire.
- Dillon Gabriel is set to start as quarterback for the Browns against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- Austin Reed had a successful college career at Western Kentucky University, earning several honors in 2022.
