Denzel Ward Sends Clear Message About Browns’ QB Change
The Cleveland Browns are finally moving on from Joe Flacco.
The veteran quarterback looked like the right man for the job to begin the season, but he clearly wasn’t.
However, that doesn’t change the equation for cornerback Denzel Ward.
When asked about Dillon Gabriel taking over as the starting QB, Ward gave an honest response.
“We’re going to rally behind whoever’s behind there. Dillon’s getting the opportunity, so we’re rallying behind him. Focus is still on trying to get a win. Get that win. That’s the goal,” Ward said.
That’s the way it should be.
If anything, the offense owes the defense, and Ward and his teammates are hoping that Gabriel can keep the chains moving.
Under coordinator Jim Schwartz, the Browns have arguably been the best defense in the league this season, and the team would be at least .500 if the offense could get anything going.
Turnovers and dropped passes have held them back, and that’s not something they can afford when they face the Minnesota Vikings in London.
Gabriel won’t be at home when he makes his first start, and that speaks volumes about the team’s desperate need to make a change.
He’s got much more experience than the average NFL rookie, with more than 60 starts in college, and he’s reportedly taken ownership of the offense after he was selected in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
At least he knows he can count on his defense to flip the field and put the offense in a good position.
Whether he will be the catalyst the Browns need to get back on track and win some games remains to be seen.
Saints' Running Game Surges Under Kellen Moore: A Playoff Push in the Works
Saints Find Their Offensive Identity Under Kellen Moore: The Return of the Run Game
When Kellen Moore was hired as the New Orleans Saints’ head coach back in February, many wondered how his offensive philosophy would transform the team. Just a quarter into the season, the answer is clear: the run game is the foundation of Moore’s strategy.
The Saints’ rushing offense, once a weak point, now ranks among the best in the league, sitting comfortably at 10th in the NFL. This marks the first time since 2020 that the Saints have had such success on the ground. Alvin Kamara, the veteran running back, leads the charge with 256 rushing yards and is on pace for a career-high season with over 1,000 yards.
The emergence of Kendre Miller has also been a key factor in the Saints' success. Moore has given Miller a fresh start, and the second-year player has seized the opportunity, rushing for 124 yards and a touchdown on just 28 carries. With his current trajectory, Miller is poised to shatter his career highs and become a reliable backup to Kamara.
Even quarterback Spencer Rattler has contributed to the ground game, adding 102 rushing yards on the season. This diverse rushing attack has not only revitalized the Saints' offense but has also set the stage for their playoff hopes, which seem far more promising under Moore than they did in previous seasons.
Looking ahead, the Saints face the New York Giants in Week 5, a team struggling with one of the worst rushing defenses in the league. With the Saints’ new emphasis on the run game, scoring should come easily against the Giants. This game also marks the first time this season that the Saints are favored to win, a testament to the impact Moore has had on the team.
The Saints' offensive identity under Kellen Moore is now clear: a diverse, dynamic, and powerful run game. With Kamara, Miller, and even Rattler stepping up, the Saints are poised to be a force to reckon with as the season progresses.
