It's not easy for fans to be optimistic about the Cleveland Browns. Well, except in August when every new player is destined to save us from 20-plus years of disappointment. But some of the Browns' backers are pretty excited about Deshaun Watson stepping behind center next weekend. It's almost as if Jacoby Brissett isn't on track to be only the second … [Read more...] about What Are Realistic Expectations For Deshaun Watson?
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Do The Browns Still Have A Chance To Make The Playoffs?
Things are looking mighty bleak for the Cleveland Browns playoff chances this year. Even if they run the table with Deshaun Watson, they are far from likely to secure a wild card spot. According to ESPN's latest evaluation, Cleveland is mired in the 13th position in the AFC playoff race. And 11 of the 12 teams ahead of them would win tiebreakers even if the … [Read more...] about Do The Browns Still Have A Chance To Make The Playoffs?
Should Kevin Stefanski Be On The Hot Seat?
Kevin Stefanski broke a playoff drought and delivered a playoff victory to a success-starved Cleveland Browns fanbase. And he did it with a quarterback who might have started his last NFL game last week. This year, he has a career journeyman passer playing to the tune of a top-10 QBR in the league's 4th-best overall … [Read more...] about Should Kevin Stefanski Be On The Hot Seat?
3 Keys To A Browns Victory Over The Buccaneers
Jacoby Brissett makes what could be his last NFL start for a while Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. And outdueling Tom Brady to deliver victory for the Cleveland Browns would ease any sadness about the situation. This game could be the impression Brissett leaves on any suitors for 2023. https://twitter.com/Browns/status/1595103841309134856 At 5-5, … [Read more...] about 3 Keys To A Browns Victory Over The Buccaneers
Stat Shows How Great Amari Cooper Has Been This Season
Don't let the Cleveland Browns' 3-7 record distract you from how good Amari Cooper has been this season. Late-game lapses aside, the Cleveland Browns will roll out the 4th-ranked offense Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. And while it is easy to recognize Nick Chubb's contribution to Cleveland's top-5 rushing attack, Cooper has done his bit, too. PFF … [Read more...] about Stat Shows How Great Amari Cooper Has Been This Season