Joe Flacco Joins the Cleveland Browns Practice Squad

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Joe Flacco Joins the Cleveland Browns Practice Squad.In a move that bolsters their quarterback depth, the Cleveland Browns have signed veteran quarterback Joe Flacco to their practice squad. The 16-year NFL veteran, who has led a team to a Super Bowl victory, brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the Browns.

Flacco, 38, worked out for the Browns on Friday after the team lost starting quarterback Deshaun Watson for the season due to a shoulder injury. With Watson out, rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson started for Cleveland against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday and played well, leading the team to a 13-10 victory. However, the Browns wanted to add an experienced backup quarterback to their roster, and Flacco was a clear target.

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Flacco is a proven winner. He led the Baltimore Ravens to a Super Bowl XLVII victory in 2013, and he was named the game's Most Valuable Player. He has also started in 180 games throughout his career, throwing for 3,881 of 6,299 career passes (61.6 percent) with 232 touchdowns and 147 interceptions.

In addition to his experience and winning pedigree, Flacco also brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the Browns. He is a respected figure in the NFL locker room, and he is known for his ability to mentor younger quarterbacks. This will be particularly valuable for Thompson-Robinson, who is still developing as a quarterback.

The signing of Flacco is a

ads smart move by the Browns. It gives them an experienced backup quarterback who can step in if Thompson-Robinson is injured or struggles. It also gives Thompson-Robinson a valuable mentor who can help him continue to develop as a quarterback.

Trinity Benson Released to Make Room for Flacco

To make room for Flacco on the practice squad, the Browns released wide receiver Trinity Benson. Benson was signed to the practice squad in September, but he has not been active for a game this season.

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The release of Benson is a bit of a surprise, as he was a talented prospect coming out of college. However, the Browns have a lot of depth at wide receiver, and they decided to make room for a more experienced player in Flacco.

Overall, the signing of Joe Flacco is a positive move for the Cleveland Browns. It gives them a proven winner and a valuable mentor for their young quarterback. The release of Trinity Benson is a bit of a surprise, but it is a move that the Browns felt was necessary to make room for Flacco.

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