In a significant shift ahead of their Week 5 matchup against the Vikings in London, the Cleveland Browns have announced that rookie Dillon Gabriel will be the starting quarterback, replacing veteran Joe Flacco, who has been benched. Head coach Kevin Stefanski expressed excitement about Gabriel’s readiness to take the helm, highlighting a pivotal moment for the Browns as they seek improvement following a challenging start to the season. Flacco, who admitted he was surprised by the decision, will serve as the backup. This move raises questions about the long-term quarterback situation for Cleveland, as Gabriel prepares for his debut, and the organization faces scrutiny over its quarterback choices amidst ongoing offensive struggles.