The surprising reason behind Joe Flacco’s decision not to rejoin the Cleveland Browns has left many fans in disbelief.
Despite leading the team to the playoffs after starting quarterback Deshaun Watson’s season-ending injury in November, Flacco won the hearts of Browns supporters who once considered him a formidable rival during his tenure with the Baltimore Ravens.
While some fans expressed a desire for Flacco to return as a backup or even as a starting quarterback, especially considering reservations about Watson, the possibility hinged on Watson’s recovery timeline. However, the Browns made Flacco’s decision straightforward by not extending any contract offers, making it clear they were not pursuing the veteran quarterback.
Joe Flacco’s agent, Joe Linta, revealed that the Browns never presented Flacco with a contract, indicating a lack of interest in bringing back the 39-year-old quarterback. Despite Flacco’s commendable performance in the latter half of the previous season, his age and the fact that he was inactive until late in the season were factors to consider.
Flacco’s impactful run with the Browns concluded in a playoff loss against the Houston Texans, marked by back-to-back pick-sixes. Despite the disappointing end, Browns fans remain grateful for Flacco’s timely contributions during a challenging period filled with injuries that had many losing hope for the team.
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