
Welcome to the Friday edition of the Pick Six newsletter! We’ve been waiting more than a month for a 40-year-old quarterback to sign with an AFC North team and it finally happened today: Aaron Rodgers is on his way to Pitts… Wait, nope, that’s not right. A 40-year-old quarterback did sign with an AFC North team today, but it wasn’t Aaron Rodgers. Instead, we got Joe Flacco signing with the Browns, which is almost as exciting.
1. Browns signing Joe Flacco: Three things to know
Joe Flacco is returning to Cleveland. Back in 2023, Flacco spent the first half of the NFL season on his couch before the Browns ended up signing him in November. Flacco eventually became the starter and led the Browns to a 4-1 record during a late-season run that helped Cleveland earn a playoff spot.
Here are three things you need to know:
- Flacco is getting an interesting contract. The 40-year-old is getting a one-year, $4 million contract that can be worth up to $13 million.
- Impact on draft plans. With the signing of Flacco, the Browns might not use the second overall pick for a quarterback, but rather for the best available player.
- Browns QB room. The addition of Flacco joins him with Pickett and Watson, with questions regarding Watson’s future in Cleveland.
For more detailed information on the strategies and implications of Flacco’s signing, check out our full story on Flacco here.
2. Vikings mock draft
Cody Benjamin has insights into what the Vikings can do with only four picks.
3. Options for Lions at 28th pick
4. Teams under pressure in 2025
Candidates include the Giants and Colts who need a solid season ahead to avoid major changes.