The quarterback situation for the Browns is shaping up to be a major talking point as they approach the 2025 season.
Interestingly, a source close to the team believes that one quarterback might have the edge in securing the starting role.
Kenny Pickett is viewed as a frontrunner among a competitive lineup that includes Joe Flacco, Deshaun Watson, rookie Chedure Sanders, and Dillon Gabriel.
“It’s tough to gauge things based off the first practice of organized team activities, but I really think Kenny Pickett is in a good position to claim his spot. He’ll likely take the first-team reps during OTAs and maybe even the mandatory mini-camp,” the expert noted.
Pickett’s experience last season with the Eagles was somewhat limited—he completed 59.5% of his passes over five games, totaling just 291 yards.
Before that, he had two seasons with Pittsburgh, where he threw for over 2,000 yards across the 2022 and 2023 seasons.
The situation is further complicated for the Browns, as they’ve drafted both Gabriel and Sanders, making it clear they’re on the lookout for a long-term quarterback solution. There’s already significant buzz surrounding Sanders in particular.
For now, it appears that one of the veterans will control the QB position, and signs are leaning towards Pickett, but it’s also been suggested that Flacco will make a compelling case.
“Flacco’s powerful arm is likely to turn heads at camp. It could be tough to overlook him, especially as he pushes hard to earn a spot,” the source added.
One thing that stands out, in my opinion, is that Watson seems to be positioned as a veteran who might not regain his starting role.
