The Cleveland Browns have their work cut out for them.
They made the playoffs two seasons ago, and they’re under a lot of pressure to return after winning just three games last season.
Of course, a turnaround like that isn’t something that happens often, and the Browns will have to show that their success in 2023 is the norm and last year was a fluke.
With that in mind, Brad Gagnon of Bleacher Report shared his thoughts on the Browns’ easiest path to return to the postseason.
“A miracle season from one of their five quarterbacks and another elite year from Myles Garrett on defense would do the trick,” Gagnon wrote.
The Browns likely will have two absolute studs on the defensive line: rookie Mason Graham, who is expected to shut down the interior and the running game, and Myles Garrett, who will provide an elite pass rush.
Opposing teams won’t be able to double-team one without leaving the other in a position to beat his counterpart, and that should do wonders for Jim Schwartz’s defense.
Then again, the team’s success will most likely depend on the quarterback.
The Browns have four true potential options — Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders — to start at QB.
Hopefully, competition for the job will bring out the best in them, and whoever gets the nod can lead the team back to the playoffs.
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