Arr, mateys! The swashbuckler, Browns QB Deshaun Watson, be out fer another round 'o battle 'cause o' a shoulder wound!
2023-10-13
Arrr, me mateys! This Sunday, it be P.J. Walker takin' charge o' the quarterbackin' for the Browns! Deshaun Watson, alas, be stuck on the sidelines as he mendeth his bruised rotator cuff. Shiver me timbers, let the games begin!
Deshaun Watson, the quarterback for the Cleveland Browns, will not be playing in the upcoming game against the San Francisco 49ers due to a bruised rotator cuff in his shoulder. He sustained the injury during a win over the Titans in Week 3. Despite practicing on a limited basis, Watson experienced throwing issues during a pregame workout in Week 4 and ultimately sat out for the game against the Ravens.Rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson stepped in for Watson in the game against the Ravens but struggled, throwing for only 121 yards and three interceptions in the loss. Browns coach Kevin Stefanski initially stated that it was Watson's decision not to play, but general manager Andrew Berry later clarified that the decision was made mutually by the quarterback and the team.
Watson has faced criticism for not playing with what appears to be a minor injury, but Browns offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt defended him, emphasizing that it's unfair to judge Watson without knowing the extent of his injury. The team had a bye-week in Week 5, hoping that the extra time would allow Watson to recover for the game against the Niners.
Since signing a lucrative contract, Watson's on-field performance has been disappointing, with the Browns struggling to score more than 27 points with him as the quarterback. They have scored 14 or fewer points in four of his nine games. In the absence of Watson, the Browns have elevated P.J. Walker from the practice squad, with Thompson-Robinson serving as his backup for the game against the Niners.