Kevin Stefanski reveals his thoughts on Deshaun Watson’s performance

Deshaun Watson’s struggles continued in the Browns’ Week 6 game against the Eagles, intensifying the debate over his role as Cleveland’s starting quarterback.

Watson’s performance was lackluster, managing just 168 yards passing with no touchdowns on 16 completions out of 23 attempts.

However, after Cleveland’s 20-16 loss, head coach Kevin Stefanski remained measured in his assessment of Watson’s play.

As reported by 92.3 The Fan, Stefanski commented, “I thought there were good moments. We’ve got to guard. We’ve got to keep it clean when we can. We had some opportunities. I’ve got to find a way to be more explosive.”

#Browns HC Kevin Stefanski on how Deshaun Watson played: “I thought there were some good moments. We’ve got to protect. We’ve got to keep it clean when we can. We’ve had some opportunities. We’ve got to find a way to be more explosive.”

— 92.3 The Fan (@923TheFan) October 13, 2024

Well, Watson’s stats this season have been underwhelming. He has yet to surpass 200 yards in a single game, with much of the Browns’ passing yards coming from yards after the catch.

His season totals are 1,020 yards, five touchdowns and three interceptions, leading to a 22.3 quarterback rating.

While benching Watson might seem like a viable option to some, such a move would be tantamount to the Browns admitting to one of the most significant mistakes in NFL history.

The organization invested heavily in Watson, trading significant capital, including three first-round picks, to secure his services in 2022.

Still, Watson’s timing with receivers seems off, leading to missed opportunities. He’s holding the ball longer than necessary, even when the pocket is clean, and struggles with routine throws.

Despite these challenges, Coach Stefanski remains optimistic. He believes better protection for Watson will lead to more explosive games.

As the Browns prepare for Week 7, Watson retains his starting position, with the team hoping for a turnaround in his performance.

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