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Browns' Flacco Starts Preseason Finale Amid QB Injuries

8/23/2025

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Flacco Starts Finale

Joe Flacco will start for the Cleveland Browns in the preseason finale against the Los Angeles Rams, with Dillon Gabriel as backup.
Kenny Pickett is out with a hamstring injury, prompting questions about his status with the team.
Shedeur Sanders, recovering from an oblique injury, seeks to improve on his preseason debut performance of 14 completions for 138 yards and two touchdowns.
This game is vital for finalizing the quarterback roster before the season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Eagles Face Jets

The Philadelphia Eagles play the New York Jets in their final preseason game tonight at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Both teams have a 1-1 preseason record, focusing on player health rather than starting lineups.
The Eagles' offense gained only 88 yards last week, while the Jets performed well in practices against the Browns.
Betting odds slightly favor the Jets, but the Eagles may benefit from quarterback Kyle McCord's performance.

History

Historical Context

The NFL merged with the AFL in 1970, creating a unified league that reshaped team strategies and player dynamics. This merger intensified competition, prompting teams like the Cleveland Browns and Philadelphia Eagles to adapt their rosters. Today, quarterback decisions, such as Joe Flacco for the Browns, reflect ongoing strategic evolution, highlighting the critical role of player health and performance in the NFL's success.

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Flacco Starts Finale

Joe Flacco will start for the Cleveland Browns in the preseason finale against the Los Angeles Rams, with Dillon Gabriel as backup.
Kenny Pickett is out with a hamstring injury, prompting questions about his status with the team.
Shedeur Sanders, recovering from an oblique injury, seeks to improve on his preseason debut performance of 14 completions for 138 yards and two touchdowns.
This game is vital for finalizing the quarterback roster before the season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals.

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