BEREA, Ohio — Cleveland Browns coach Romeo Crennel says it was his decision to bench quarterback Derek Anderson in favor of fan favorite Brady Quinn.

Crennel made the switch on Monday, one day after Anderson threw a costly interception in Cleveland's 37-27 loss to Baltimore. Crennel cited Cleveland's poor offensive production, the club's 3-5 record and Anderson's inconsistency as his reasons for starting Quinn on Thursday night against Denver.

Crennel said the change was not based on backlash from Cleveland fans.

Quinn will have just one full day of practice before his first NFL start. Anderson expressed disappointment at his demotion but pledged to help Quinn, the former Notre Dame star who has attempted just eight passes as a pro.