Andrew Berry Explains Why Browns Signed Jameis Winston Over Joe Flacco

© Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports Andrew Berry Explains Why Browns Signed Jameis Winston Over Joe Flacco The Browns signed Jameis Winston to a one-year, $8.7 million contract in March Author: Spencer German May 02, 2024 In this story: Jameis Winston Joe Flacco Andrew Berry Cleveland Browns Deshaun Watson In a matter of weeks Joe Flacco ascended to stardom with the Cleveland Browns . But just as quickly as Flacco became a fan favorite, his stint with the franchise was promptly over. When free agency opened up in mid-March the Browns moved quickly to sign ex- Buccaneers and Saints quarterback Jameis Winston for their backup quarterback position instead of Flacco. The Super Bowl 47 MVP then wound