Resolution criteria

This market will resolve to the quarterback who starts for the Cleveland Browns in Week 1 of the 2025 NFL regular season. The starting quarterback is defined as the player who takes the first offensive snap at the quarterback position in that game. Official confirmation will be sourced from the official gamebook published on the Cleveland Browns' official website and NFL.com.

Background

As of May 2025, the Cleveland Browns' quarterback roster includes:

• Deshaun Watson: Suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon in October 2024, leading to a season-ending injury. In January 2025, he underwent a second surgery for a re-rupture of the same Achilles, potentially sidelining him for the entire 2025 season. (en.wikipedia.org)

• Kenny Pickett: Acquired from the Philadelphia Eagles in March 2025 in exchange for quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson and a 2025 fifth-round pick. Pickett has expressed his intention to compete for the starting role. (espn.com)

• Joe Flacco: Re-signed with the Browns after leading the team to the 2023 playoffs. Flacco brings veteran experience and has previously served as the team's starter. (en.wikipedia.org)

• Dillon Gabriel: Selected by the Browns in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Gabriel had a prolific college career, setting records for passing touchdowns and yards. (en.wikipedia.org)

• Shedeur Sanders: Drafted in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Sanders, son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, had an impressive college career and has drawn comparisons to Tom Brady due to his draft position and potential. (as.com)

Considerations

• Deshaun Watson's Availability: Given his recent Achilles re-rupture and subsequent surgery, Watson's availability for the 2025 season opener is highly uncertain. (en.wikipedia.org)

• Quarterback Competition: With multiple quarterbacks on the roster, including veterans and rookies, the Browns are expected to have a competitive training camp to determine the Week 1 starter.

• Injury Updates: Monitoring the health and performance of all quarterbacks during the offseason and preseason will be crucial in assessing their chances of starting in Week 1.