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Veteran Flacco Leads Browns' QB Depth Chart Amid Injury Concerns
5 Aug
Summary
- Flacco slated as Browns' starting QB due to availability
- Pickett, Gabriel, and Sanders dealing with injuries in camp
- Flacco's spot atop depth chart likely temporary, Pickett could overtake him
As the Cleveland Browns prepare for the upcoming NFL season, their quarterback depth chart has been shaken up by a series of injuries to key players. According to the latest reports, veteran Joe Flacco is currently slated to be the team's starting quarterback, a position he has secured largely due to his availability.
While Flacco has remained healthy, the Browns' other three quarterbacks—Kenny Pickett, Dorian Thompson-Robinson, and Kellen Moore—have all dealt with various injuries during the first two-plus weeks of training camp. Pickett, who was expected to compete for the starting job, missed three consecutive practices after injuring his hamstring on July 26th. He has since returned to practice, but in a limited capacity.
Similarly, Dorian Thompson-Robinson and Kellen Moore have also been sidelined by hamstring and arm issues, respectively. This has opened the door for Flacco, the veteran quarterback, to take the reins of the offense.
However, this situation is likely to be temporary. Pickett, the team's first-round draft pick, has been determined to win the starting job since arriving in Cleveland, and he was enjoying a solid camp prior to his injury. If he can regain his form and outperform Flacco in the final weeks of training camp, he could still reclaim the top spot on the depth chart.
The Browns' quarterback competition will be a key storyline to follow as the team prepares for their preseason games and the start of the regular season.
