The Cleveland Browns have had a bad habit in the recent past of drafting quarterbacks and putting them on the field before they were ready, or even capable of leading an NFL team.
Brandon Weeden was the starter Week 1 in his rookie season, while Johnny Manziel was tabbed to start at the end of his rookie season. Colt McCoy and Charlie Frye are two names that could join the list, although both gave fans a few glimpses of hope in otherwise forgetful seasons.
The way of thinking since 1999 seemed to be that a rookie quarterback should be brought in and put on the field as soon as possible, learning the game as he goes.