The Cleveland Browns have officially turned the page at quarterback. Head coach Kevin Stefanski announced Wednesday that rookie Dillon Gabriel will replace veteran Joe Flacco as the starter, confirming the team’s first major QB shake-up of the 2025 season.

Cleveland sits at 1-3 and is desperate for a spark ahead of Sunday’s international matchup with the Minnesota Vikings in London.

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported on X that Gabriel will make his debut under center , a move that could mark the start of a longer transition toward youth in Cleveland.

For Flacco, it’s a demotion to backup duties, while Shedeur Sanders , the Browns’ fifth-round pick, remains the QB3. The switch underscores Cleveland’s intent to evaluate younger talent, even if it means taking short-term lumps ag

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