Josh Dobbs on enjoying for Steelers rival Cleveland Browns: ‘It’s bizarre’
CLEVELAND, OHIO – JANUARY 03: Joshua Dobbs #5 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on January 03, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
Former Steelers quarterback Josh Dobbs signed with the Cleveland Browns over the weekend. Even he admitted it’ll take some getting used to.
Dobbs was a backup in Pittsburgh for his complete tenure, and that’s the position he’ll play in Cleveland ought to he make the roster. Maybe the Browns signed him for slightly intel on the Steelers, however at this level they must be acquainted sufficient with their division rival contemplating they play them twice a season.
With a attainable Deshaun Watson suspension within the close to future, and Baker Mayfield having one foot out the door, the Browns want all of the quarterback assist they will get. Dobbs gained’t begin — or at the very least that’s not the plan — however he offers necessary depth at a place of want.
Josh Dobbs excited to play for Cleveland browns
Dobbs admitted he couldn’t think about enjoying towards the Steelers, particularly contemplating he spent the early a part of his profession there.
“Yeah it’s been a course of for positive,” Dobbs said. “Free company can undoubtedly be that. Getting as much as New England was an incredible go to in addition to Baltimore. These have been two nice visits. In speaking with Cleveland, it’s an incredible alternative in addition to a extremely, actually enjoyable room to be in and a extremely, actually gifted group. It’s slightly bizarre after all, you play towards them yearly within the league being in Pittsburgh and now you’re a Cleveland Brown, after all however I’m excited concerning the alternative.”
If Watson and Mayfield can not play, then Jacoby Brissett will begin of their place with Dobbs behind him.