The Cleveland Browns signed quarterback Joe Flacco to a one-year, $4 million contract with incentives that could raise its value to $13 million. With this addition, the Browns are now contemplating their quarterback strategy for the 2025 season.

This decision will unfold after the NFL Draft, where the team holds the second overall pick and is reportedly leaning towards selecting Travis Hunter from Colorado rather than quarterback Shedeur Sanders.

The Browns have conducted visits with quarterback prospects Jaxson Dart (Mississippi), Jalen Milroe (Alabama), and Tyler Shough (Louisville). If Cleveland delays its quarterback selection, it becomes increasingly likely that Flacco will start in week one of the upcoming season, marking an intriguing narrative.

Flacco, aged 40, was named the NFL’s Comeback Player of the Year in 2023 and played a pivotal role in leading the Browns to the playoffs. He emerged as a notable Fantasy performer during a five-game stretch last season, achieving a 4-1 record and throwing for over 300 yards in four of those games while consistently scoring over 20 Fantasy points.

While Flacco may not be viewed as a starting Fantasy quarterback in standard leagues, he could be a solid mid-round pick in Superflex or dual-quarterback formats if he maintains his form from last season.

His arrival is advantageous for receivers Jerry Jeudy and David Njoku, especially if Hunter joins the team as a primary receiver. Jeudy, who excelled last season, could be drafted as a third Fantasy receiver in Round 6, while Njoku’s Fantasy standing could see him ranked among the top five tight ends should Flacco start.

While initially unexpected, Flacco’s signing may indeed become a vital factor for the Browns this season, particularly benefiting players like Njoku and Jeudy.