The Cleveland Browns are currently boasting a 10-5 record this season, thanks to their impressive performance in the last three games, which includes a convincing 14-point victory over the Houston Texans last weekend.
Despite facing adversity, with the loss of key players like QB Deshaun Watson and a revolving door of quarterbacks, Coach Kevin Stefanski’s squad has managed to find their footing. Notably, veteran quarterback and former Super Bowl champion, Joe Flacco, has turned back the clock, rejuvenating his game precisely when the Browns needed him the most.
On December 26, OptaSTATS’ Twitter account provided an intriguing update about the Browns’ unique quarterback situation, shedding light on an undisclosed aspect of the team’s performance.
The 2023 Browns are the first NFL team to win at least 10 games in a season with four different quarterbacks each earning at least one win since QB starts were first tracked beginning in 1950. pic.twitter.com/AhPtK2ue8s
— OptaSTATS (@OptaSTATS) December 26, 2023
This revelation is directly linked to Flacco’s outstanding performance and its impact on the team’s overall success. So far, the former Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens quarterback has thrown for 1,307 yards, delivering 10 touchdowns and seven interceptions in the process.
While the current Browns may not be considered top Super Bowl contenders by most fans, analysts, and pundits, they have solidified their position as a playoff-bound team for the 2023-2024 season. Much of this success can be attributed to Joe Flacco’s contributions, who, as a former Super Bowl winner with the Baltimore Ravens, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the team.
A notable achievement for Flacco is surpassing injured QB Deshaun Watson in passing statistics. Flacco’s impressive passing yards total has eclipsed Watson’s 1,100 yards for the season, making him the standout quarterback on the team.
In addition to Flacco and Watson, backup quarterbacks PJ Walker and Dorian Thompson-Robinson have also played their part, contributing 674 and 440 passing yards, respectively.
The Browns’ roster and coaching staff have admirably risen to the occasion despite challenging circumstances. Now, the hope is that Joe Flacco can tap into some of his old Ravens’ magic, as the team looks ahead to a potential playoff run in the Rock and Roll Capital of the World.