With Anthony Richardson’s future in Indianapolis under the microscope and the New Orleans Saints’ quarterback battle in full swing, the NFL’s opening week is shaping up to be unpredictable. Meanwhile, Brian Schottenheimer shares optimism about Micah Parsons’ readiness for Week 1 as fans brace for the season ahead.

The Cleveland Browns have named Joe Flacco their starting quarterback for the 2025 opener against the Cincinnati Bengals, fulfilling head coach Kevin Stefanski’s pledge to settle the position before the preseason finale. The decision arrives as the team continues to weigh several long-term options at quarterback.