In a surprising turn of events, the Cleveland Browns have announced that veteran quarterback Joe Flacco will be starting this Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams. Flacco's addition to the starting lineup marks the fourth quarterback change for the Browns this season, as they desperately strive to secure a playoff spot.

The decision to start Flacco comes after rookie quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson sustained a concussion in last week's loss to the Denver Broncos. As Thompson-Robinson remains in concussion protocol, the Browns have turned to the experienced Flacco in their quest to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Flacco, 38 years old, was signed just two weeks ago as a replacement for Deshaun Watson, who had to undergo shoulder surgery. Despite his arrival being relatively recent, Flacco has demonstrated his readiness to take on the field by impressing both coaches and teammates during practice this week at UCLA.

Flacco's history with the Browns adds an intriguing twist to this development. During his 11 seasons playing for AFC North rival Baltimore, he managed an impressive 17-3 record against Cleveland. Last season, while playing for the New York Jets, Flacco led an impressive comeback and secured a 31-30 victory over the Browns through four touchdown passes.

If Flacco performs well in this upcoming game, it is likely that he will retain the starting role for the remainder of the season. The Browns are placing their faith in the veteran's leadership and experience to lead them to a successful playoff campaign.

With kickoff scheduled at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday, the Browns and their fans eagerly anticipate seeing how Flacco performs in his first start for the team. As the quarterback carousel continues in Cleveland, the stakes are high, and Flacco's performance could determine the fate of the Browns' season.