For years, Cleveland Browns fans expressed their frustration by booing and cursing Joe Flacco. As the quarterback who led the Baltimore Ravens to a Super Bowl victory and consistently defeated the Browns with an impressive 18-3 record, Flacco was not warmly welcomed when it was announced he would be joining the Browns last season.
The lack of enthusiasm was compounded by the fact that Flacco had been inactive for months before receiving the call from Andrew Berry. Even TE David Njoku admitted his initial skepticism about the signing during an appearance on the “Green Light Podcast with Chris Long,” jokingly suggesting he had to confirm Flacco wasn’t a covert adversary, given their history as divisional rivals.
However, Njoku later acknowledged that Flacco turned out to be a valuable addition to the team, expressing his hope that Flacco remains in Cleveland. Njoku highlighted their immediate rapport and strong chemistry, noting how he often sensed when Flacco was about to pass him the ball.
#Browns TE David Njoku had to make sure Joe Flacco wasn’t an undercover opp when he signed with Cleveland last season 😂 (@greenlight). pic.twitter.com/YAxEKgOEDn
— uSTADIUM (@uSTADIUM) February 19, 2024
Under Flacco’s leadership, Njoku achieved the best statistical performance of his career, emerging as a primary target in the passing game. Flacco’s willingness to throw the ball down the field showcased Njoku’s capabilities and solidified his importance in the offense.
Looking ahead, Flacco faces a decision about his future, recognizing the slim likelihood of remaining in Cleveland. Nevertheless, he has become a beloved figure in the locker room, with teammates hoping for his return.
