The Browns have made another addition to their quarterback roster.
Cleveland is currently hosting a competitive situation among four quarterbacks: Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel, and Chedure Sanders. Now, they’ve signed Tyler Huntley, adding another layer to the already crowded mix.
This move reflects the team’s struggles with injuries; bringing in Huntley as a fifth quarterback seems necessary under the circumstances.
Pickett has been limited in practice since July 26 because of a hamstring issue. Gabriel dealt with hamstring tightness recently, and Sanders faced arm pain that postponed his activities on Saturday.
Even though Sanders returned to practice on Monday, Flacco remains the only one of the four who won’t be sidelined at all this offseason.
Huntley’s return to the Browns is somewhat of a reunion for the 27-year-old, who had a stint with Cleveland during training camp before the season began.
Initially, he was among the four quarterbacks on the Browns’ roster, but he was released shortly after. After that, he joined the Ravens’ practice squad, later signing with the Dolphins when Tua Tagovailoa faced concussion issues. During his time there, Huntley managed to score five touchdowns against three interceptions, helping the team to a 2-3 record.
He has spent the previous four seasons as a backup in Baltimore, starting nine games, which led to three wins. Throughout that time, he delivered eight touchdown passes and rushed for three scores, though he also threw seven interceptions.
While this acquisition might not signify a long-term strategy for Cleveland, it does help them manage the current situation where two quarterbacks are sidelined.
The Browns are set to open their preseason with a game against the Panthers on Friday. Flacco, Sanders, and Huntley are expected to take snaps in a contest where Pickett and Gabriel continue to deal with their hamstring concerns.
Although Cleveland now has six quarterbacks listed, Deshaun Watson is anticipated to miss the entire season due to an Achilles injury during rehabilitation.
