If the two keep up like this, Jeudy just might exceed his career-high 1,229 yards from last season, which was his first 1,000-yard season out of five. The production also earned him his first Pro Bowl, and he’s aiming for a repeat performance.

Beyond his talent, Flacco’s attitude is what sets him apart from past veteran quarterbacks who have come to the Browns and failed. He is not ill-fitted to the offense like Jeff Garcia in 2004, insecure like Trent Dilfer in 2005, or burdened with a knucklehead rookie like Brian Hoyer was in 2014.

“Most of us have dreamt of this moment since we were 5 years old. For him to get out there and play, even though it is preseason, we will all be on the sidelines and at home enjoying it,” said Flacco.