Cleveland Browns' Playoff Hopes Hang on Quarterback Decision

Veteran Joe Flacco and Rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson Step Up Amid Deshaun Watson's Season-Ending Injury

The Cleveland Browns are in the thick of the playoff chase at 7-5, despite losing their past two games and their starting quarterback, Deshaun Watson, for the season due to a fractured shoulder.
Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco and rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson have stepped in, with Flacco performing well in last week's loss to the Rams, completing 23 of 44 passes for 254 yards with two touchdowns and one interception.
Browns coach Kevin Stefanski has yet to announce who will start in the upcoming game against the Jaguars, but Flacco is expected to be the choice given his recent performance.
The Browns have a 66.2 percent chance to make the playoffs, according to ESPN Analytics, and their closing schedule is manageable, with games against the Bears, Texans, Jets, and Bengals.
If the Browns make the playoffs, Stefanski could be a strong contender for NFL Coach of the Year.