Browns' 34-10 Loss Intensifies QB Debate

The Cleveland Browns were routed 34-10 by the Detroit Lions after veteran QB Joe Flacco completed 16-of-34 passes for 184 yards with two interceptions, a fumble and a 39.3 passer rating. Flacco’s struggles across four games — a 60.3 passer rating (last among 33 qualifying passers), a 58.1% completion rate and six interceptions — have intensified calls for a change and contributed to the team’s 1-3 start. Head coach Kevin Stefanski said the problems are collective, citing coaching, drops and protection, and did not definitively rule out a quarterback switch. Pundits and some former players have urged a move, with Dillon Gabriel (who saw brief mop-up action) and rookie Shedeur Sanders mentioned as possible alternatives; Sanders remains the third-string QB but has publicly asserted he is ready to play. Offensive-line injuries, heavy pressure rates, multiple drops and special-teams breakdowns were also cited as reasons Cleveland’s offense is underperforming and prompting organizational questions.