The Browns took a beating in Baltimore, losing 41-17 to the Ravens in Week 2. Their offense looked painfully slow and disorganized. It failed to gain traction against a Baltimore defense desperate to prove last week’s collapse was a one-off. Joe Flacco struggled to find any rhythm, going 25-for-45 with 199 yards, an interception, and a costly fumble. The Browns even replaced Flacco with rookie Dillon Gabriel in the fourth quarter, signaling frustration with the offense’s performance. This loss drops Cleveland to 0-2, setting up more pressure for their next game against the Packers.

After the game, coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed he is still not considering a QB change even though the Browns are 0-2 this season. Veteran QB Joe Flacco remains the starter, brushing off talk of a switch, saying, “I can’t worry about that stuff anyway. It’s honestly not on my mind. I gotta go out there and just play my game, play the way I know how to lead this team the best I can.” Stefanski’s signal call suggests confidence in Flacco’s leadership, even as the veteran QB faces doubts after back-to-back defeats.

The Browns’ offensive woes run deep. They can’t run the ball effectively, receivers fail to get open, and the offensive line can’t protect Flacco under pressure. The Ravens made the Browns’ offense look disjointed, turning a 10-3 half into a 41-17 rout. Defensively, Cleveland was respectable but couldn’t compensate for the stagnant offense. Now, with two losses already, the Browns find themselves in a tough spot. It’s a make-or-break moment for the offense and Flacco’s grip on the starting job.

While Stefanski stands firm, the question lingers: Is sticking with Flacco the right call? The Browns might be betting on stability at the quarterback spot, hoping the veteran can bounce back and lead a much-needed offensive turnaround. Or giving Shedeur Sanders would have been better?

Shedeur Sanders snubbed by Kevin Stefanski

That loss against the Ravens in Week 2 was without Sanders. As the third QB was on the inactive list. The Browns had also listed Raheim Sanders, Mike Hall Jr., Zak Zinter, and Jack Conklin as inactive for the game. Stefanski’s decision to stick with Flacco signals confidence despite Cleveland’s poor showing on Sunday. This is striking because Sanders showed promise during the preseason, playing well enough to contribute to a Browns victory. His pocket presence and skill set suggested he deserved at least a chance, especially given Cleveland’s offensive struggles.

And it would have been interesting to watch him play face-to-face with Lamar Jackson, as reportedly the Ravens wanted to draft Sanders, but he denied. Plus, Cleveland has nothing more to lose. What’s the harm in putting the rookie on the turf to see what he’s got? Sanders could provide a spark, or at least a fresh look that might jolt a stagnant offense. Yet, Stefanski’s lineup showed a clear message: the Browns aren’t ready to turn the page on their QB controversy just yet.

For a team in trouble, that silence on Sanders is louder than any press conference statement. Cleveland needs offensive solutions, and sitting on a rookie QB who showed flashes in the preseason feels like a missed opportunity.