In the latest rollercoaster of emotions for Cleveland Browns fans, the discussion of benching quarterback Deshaun Watson has taken center stage. However, according to a poll with over 600 votes out of a little over 1000, the overwhelming response was in favor of replacing Watson with Jameis Winston. But was this the right move?
Concerns over the offensive line and wide receiver performance are at an all-time high for Browns fans. Will the team ever have a healthy offensive tackle lineup? And will Amari Cooper live up to the expectations set by general manager Andrew Berry when he was acquired?
One cannot help but question if Cooper’s contract grievances and the arrival of Jerry Jeudy have contributed to the offensive dysfunction. Could this be the reason for the struggles on the field?
Furthermore, the Browns seem to be caught off guard by the physicality of their opponents after taking a more relaxed approach during the preseason. Should the blame for this lack of preparedness fall on the head coach?
The offensive line has been a point of concern for the Browns, with Berry facing criticism for not adequately addressing the tackle position in the offseason. The delays in the return of Jack Conklin and Jedrick Wills have only exacerbated the issue.
Despite Wills being available for limited action, perhaps the Browns would have been better off placing both him and Conklin on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list at the start of the season and exploring options from outside the organization.
In the midst of all this chaos, one thing is certain – the Cleveland Browns are facing some tough decisions moving forward. Will they stick with Watson at quarterback, or make the switch to Winston? Only time will tell.
