Deshaun Watson had a rough game as the Cleveland Browns’ quarterback, resulting in a 20-16 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. He only managed 168 passing yards, got sacked five times, and failed to throw a touchdown pass. The Browns have yet to score over 20 points in a game this season, a concerning trend.
Despite Watson’s poor performance, Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has confirmed that Watson will remain the starting quarterback. This decision has sparked criticism from Mitchell Schwartz, a retired Super Bowl champion, who believes that the team is doing a disservice to the rest of the roster by sticking with Watson.
Schwartz pointed out that players like Joel Bitonio and Myles Garrett are putting their bodies on the line every week, only to struggle due to the quarterback’s performance. He questioned the decision-makers above Stefanski, suggesting that they are the ones responsible for the team’s current situation.
Watson’s decline from a top-tier quarterback to one of the worst in the league is evident in his recent statistics. He hasn’t thrown for over 200 yards in a game since November 2023 and has not reached the 300-yard mark since January 2021. This is a stark contrast to his performance with the Houston Texans, where he frequently exceeded these numbers.
The quarterback himself expressed concern about the team’s ability to achieve their goals with the current situation. Another loss could potentially crush their chances of making it to the playoffs, despite having a team built for postseason success.
It remains to be seen how the Browns will address the quarterback situation moving forward and whether they will consider making a change to improve their performance on the field. Fans and analysts alike are eagerly watching to see how the team will respond to the mounting pressure and criticism following their recent losses.
