Flacco said it took him a few minutes to get back to calling plays in the huddle and find his comfort zone. Thankfully, it was clear all week that he would be the starter.
“You have to get used to hearing it and actually saying it, not just imagining it on a screen,” Flacco says. “When you actually play, being able to get reps like that is invaluable, because as easy as it is, you take it for granted. We have years of experience to help us a little bit.”
Practice seems to have been solid for Flacco, with one source describing it as “seamless.” The veteran has played for multiple teams since leaving Baltimore, including the Broncos, Jets, and Eagles, including time under Gary Kubiak with the Broncos and Mike LaFleur when he was the Jets’ offensive coordinator. , which should help you adapt. These foundations of the Browns’ offense should still be applicable and useful today.
Cleveland boasts a top-five defense and a top-five rushing attack, the same formula the Ravens team used to reach the playoffs and ultimately win the Super Bowl. Mr. Reed also noticed similarities.
“If they can catch up and Joe protects the ball the way Joe knows how, coach will put Joe in a position to be successful,” Reid said. “We’ll see how far they can go.”