We are going to see Joe Flacco and the Cleveland Browns in their last preseason game. This time they take on the Los Angeles Rams at home. The Huntington Bank Field will be buzzing.
It’s a clash of two undefeated teams in preseason. Some are already beginning to dream, but the truth is that this game will be key to fine-tuning details and evaluating starters and substitutes before the official NFL kickoff in September.
Rams vs Browns stats
Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
- Time: 1:00 p.m. ET | 10:00 a.m. PT
- Location: Huntington Bank Field, Cleveland, Ohio
- TV Channel:
- National: NFL Network
- Local: KABC (L.A.), WEWS (Cleveland)
- Streaming: Fubo / NFL+
- Radio: 850 ESPN Cleveland, 92.3 The Fan WKRK, 98.5 WNCX
Rams vs Browns keys
1. Joe Flacco leads Cleveland’s offense
The veteran Joe Flacco will make his debut as the Browns’ QB1 this preseason. It’s what everyone wants to see. It will be, so to speak, the big attraction
After resting in the first two games, Kevin Stefanski decided to give him some playing time before the official start. His experience will be crucial to assess the offensive chemistry and timing with receivers and offensive line.
Battle of the unbeatenBrowns (2-0): They are coming off a solid 22-13 win over the Eagles, highlighted by the performance of rookie Dillon Gabriel despite some mistakes.
- Rams (2-0): sealed a dramatic 23-22 win over the Chargers with a game-winning pass from Stetson Bennett IV and a defensive show from Brennan Jackson (2 sacks).
3. Matthew Stafford and the dilemma in L.A.
Star quarterback Matthew Stafford returned to practice after back problems, but it is not confirmed if he will play. Meanwhile, the offense continues to test variants with Stetson Bennett, backed by a surprise offensive line: backups who have performed even better than expected.
4. Battle for the final places
Both teams will use this game to make final roster cuts:
- In Cleveland, the focus will be on QB2 between Dillon Gabriel, Kenny Pickett and Tyler Huntley.
- In Los Angeles, OL and WR reserves continue to gain ground to make the final team.
Recent history between Rams and Browns
- All-time meetings: Rams lead 14-11.
- Last game (2023): Rams 36-19 Browns.
- In Cleveland: record matched, 7-7.
This game will be important, especially for the Browns. There is excitement in the ranks, as last year they were the worst in the league and this year they want to climb up the table and prove that those bad years are a thing of the past.
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