After starting quarterback Joe Burrow left Thursday Night Football with a right wrist injury, the Cincinnati Bengals turned .
Since Browning, at age 27, hadn't thrown a touchdown pass in an NFL regular season game before this contest, he was mostly unknown to NFL fans.
Browning entered the NFL in 2019 with the Minnesota Vikings after signing as an undrafted free agent .
During his time with the Vikings, he went through several roster changes, including being released in 2020 at the end of the season.
In 2021, Browning signed with the Bengals and was assigned to their practise squad. His contract was terminated in August 2023.
Browning beat out Trevor Siemian for the Bengals' backup quarterback job, and now he'll have to play second fiddle.
Browning had a successful collegiate career at the University of Washington, where he appeared in 54 games.
Accolades: Browning gained distinction during his collegiate career, notably winning the Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Year.