Deshaun Watson finds himself in a peculiar situation – raking in a hefty paycheck while the Cleveland Browns continue to struggle and lose games. Despite their dismal 1-5 record on the season, head coach Kevin Stefanski remains unwavering in his decision to keep Watson as the starting quarterback.
Following a disappointing 20-16 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Stefanski reiterated his support for Watson during a press conference on Monday. “I think Deshaun gives us the best chance to win, continues to give us the best chance to win,” Stefanski declared, emphasizing his confidence in the embattled QB.
With former first overall pick Jameis Winston serving as the backup quarterback, the Browns have options on the bench. However, Stefanski maintains his trust in Watson and his abilities. Dorian Thompson-Robinson, the third-string quarterback, remains ready for his chance if called upon.
Watson himself acknowledged the offensive struggles after the recent defeat, voicing his commitment to turning things around. “I don’t know what we have to do, but we need to do something to lock in, so we don’t cost ourselves anymore games,” Watson expressed, highlighting the urgency for improvement.
In the wake of their dismal performance against the Washington Commanders, where Watson’s completion rate was a mere 53.6%, Stefanski doubled down on his stance regarding the QB situation. “We’re not changing quarterbacks,” Stefanski reaffirmed, emphasizing the need for better performance from both the players and coaching staff.
Statistically, Watson’s performance this season has been abysmal, with the Browns ranking among the worst offenses in the league across various categories. With the upcoming game against the 2-4 Cincinnati Bengals looming on the horizon, all eyes will be on Watson to see if he can turn things around and lead the Browns to a much-needed victory.
The pressure is mounting for Watson to deliver results, but for now, Stefanski remains committed to him as the starting quarterback. Only time will tell if Watson can rise to the occasion and silence his critics with a strong performance in the upcoming game.
