Browns Make Unexpected Switch at Quarterback, Promoting Winston
5 months, 1 week ago

Browns Make Unexpected Switch at Quarterback, Promoting Winston

Associated Press  

The Cleveland Browns have changed who's calling the plays and who's running them. Coach Kevin Stefanski has handed over play-calling duties to coordinator Ken Dorsey seven games into the season. With the Browns (1-6) in a freefall and their offense needing a spark after failing to score 20 points in a game this season, Stefanski is putting Dorsey in charge of calling the plays.

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Browns undecided on starting QB against Ravens, coach said Thompson-Robinson, Zappe could both play
3 months ago

Browns undecided on starting QB against Ravens, coach said Thompson-Robinson, Zappe could both play

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Browns haven’t yet decided which of their backup quarterbacks will start the season finale at Baltimore. Coach Kevin Stefanski said he will “work through” the QB situation this week and it’s possible both Dorian Thompson-Robinson and Bailey Zappe could play Saturday against the Ravens, who will clinch the AFC North title with a win. Thompson-Robinson has …

QB Thompson-Robinson excited about start this week, thinks he can be long-term solution for Browns
3 months, 1 week ago

QB Thompson-Robinson excited about start this week, thinks he can be long-term solution for Browns

Associated Press  

BEREA, Ohio — Dorian Thompson-Robinson won’t be satisfied with just being a fill-in piece to Cleveland’s confounding quarterback puzzle. We’re going to go out there, and we’re going to try to win these games.” The second-year QB from UCLA will make his fourth career start Sunday after coach Kevin Stefanski benched mistake-prone Jameis Winston, who revived Cleveland’s offense over seven …

Browns starting QB Thompson-Robinson against Bengals over turnover-prone Winston, AP source says
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Browns starting QB Thompson-Robinson against Bengals over turnover-prone Winston, AP source says

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Finally, an acceptable turnover for the Browns. Cleveland will start quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson on Sunday in Cincinnati, turning to the second-year QB to replace Jameis Winston after he threw three more interceptions, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Tuesday. Winston, who took over Cleveland’s starting job in October when Deshaun Watson suffered a …

Browns mulling another switch at quarterback after Winston throws 3 more picks in loss to Chiefs
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Browns mulling another switch at quarterback after Winston throws 3 more picks in loss to Chiefs

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Jameis Winston’s third interception on Sunday — No. With three games left in this dreadful season for Cleveland, Stefanski said Monday that he’s still working through plans at quarterback and will do “what’s best for the team” as the Browns, who had six turnovers — four picks, two fumbles — in a 21-7 loss Sunday to Kansas City, …

The Jameis Winston-led Browns offense is (almost) as bad as it was with Deshaun Watson
3 months, 2 weeks ago

The Jameis Winston-led Browns offense is (almost) as bad as it was with Deshaun Watson

New York Times  

The Cleveland Browns now have as many starts with Jameis Winston this season as they had with Deshaun Watson. There’s no denying the Cleveland offense has been more productive since Winston replaced Watson in the lineup following Watson’s season-ending injury. Browns OFF Game 1-7 Game 8-14 Starting QB Watson Winston W-L 1-6 2-5 PPG 13.4 18.6 Yards/gm 253.9 365.4 TDs …

Browns sticking with QB Jameis Winston down the stretch as dismal season heads into final weeks
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Browns sticking with QB Jameis Winston down the stretch as dismal season heads into final weeks

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Jameis Winston didn’t throw a pick-6 on Sunday in Pittsburgh. Now that the Browns have officially and mathematically been eliminated from the AFC playoffs — logically, that happened weeks ago — it’s probably time for them to start planning ahead for next season. But that won’t include a change at quarterback as coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday that …

Browns’ Jameis Winston gets another chance to prove himself on MNF vs. Broncos
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Browns’ Jameis Winston gets another chance to prove himself on MNF vs. Broncos

New York Times  

Here are some thoughts on the 3-8 Cleveland Browns ahead of their Monday night matchup in Denver against the 7-5 Broncos. Another prime-time opportunity for Winston The Broncos have the league’s best defense in yards allowed per play, red zone touchdown percentage and sacks. If doing that on kickoff team meant I got another chance, then it was the play …

Winston’s performance in snowy win over Steelers adds new layer to Browns’ quarterback conundrum
4 months, 1 week ago

Winston’s performance in snowy win over Steelers adds new layer to Browns’ quarterback conundrum

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Shortly after doing a face-down snow angel, firing a few celebratory snowballs and singing “Jingle Bells” on his way to the media room, Jameis Winston ended his postgame news conference with a simple question. Winston’s performance at Huntington Bank Field, which transformed into the world’s largest snow globe, not only made him an instantaneous hero in the eyes …

Browns’ season sinks deeper wilth questions about the team’s effort and a possible shakeup
4 months, 1 week ago

Browns’ season sinks deeper wilth questions about the team’s effort and a possible shakeup

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — As owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam postured and politicked the past few months to find funding to help them get a new, domed, multipurpose stadium built in Cleveland’s suburbs, their football team collapsed. In the ugly aftermath of losing to a three-win team, the Browns are dealing with questions about player effort, and there’s growing speculation massive changes …

Jameis Winston invades the place he called home the past 4 years when the Browns play the Saints
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jameis Winston invades the place he called home the past 4 years when the Browns play the Saints

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Jameis Winston’s four-year stint in New Orleans was a story of unfulfilled promise. While Winston’s time in New Orleans was marked by a major knee injury and didn’t go as he envisioned, he remembers his former Saints teammates and his life in the community fondly — and says he’s “definitely excited” to play there again. “He’s always …

Jameis Winston's Comeback Performance Against Chargers: A Testament to His Unpredictability
5 months ago

Jameis Winston's Comeback Performance Against Chargers: A Testament to His Unpredictability

Associated Press  

Jameis Winston will get a chance to shine again on Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers. Winston impressed in his first start for the Browns, throwing three touchdowns and rushing for another. He is a favorite to start the rest of the season, and his performance is expected to boost the Browns' offense. The Chargers' defense is one of the …

Browns' Winston Stepping Up, Lifting Spirits in Emotional Comeback Against Ravens
5 months ago

Browns' Winston Stepping Up, Lifting Spirits in Emotional Comeback Against Ravens

Associated Press  

QB Jameis Winston's impressive debut gives the Cleveland Browns hope for a turnaround season. Winston threw three touchdown passes and for 334 yards, showcasing his potential to lead the team to success. His performance has fans believing that he can be the answer to Cleveland's QB woes. Despite some missed opportunities, Winston's presence brings light and excitement to a team …

Browns Stun Jackson, Ravens Fall in Thriller Ending 5-Game Losing Streak
5 months ago

Browns Stun Jackson, Ravens Fall in Thriller Ending 5-Game Losing Streak

Associated Press  

The Cleveland Browns defeated the Baltimore Ravens 29-24 in a thrilling game that ended their five-game losing streak. Winston threw three touchdown passes and ran for another touchdown, leading the Browns to victory. Despite Jackson's late comeback attempt, the Browns emerged victorious thanks to Winston's performance and the team's resilience in overcoming a late comeback attempt by the Ravens.

With Jameis Winston at QB, Browns stun Ravens and show they won’t go away quietly
5 months ago

With Jameis Winston at QB, Browns stun Ravens and show they won’t go away quietly

New York Times  

CLEVELAND — The full Jameis Winston experience includes wild twists, unforeseen turns, aggressive throws and generally extended thoughts that are sometimes interrupted by another one of his thoughts, the latter of which applies both to Winston’s postgame interviews and occasionally to the process of him scanning the field before winding up to launch. But I’m so grateful that that was …

Jameis Winston, now Browns’ starting QB, just wants to be his ‘very best’ for Cleveland
5 months, 1 week ago

Jameis Winston, now Browns’ starting QB, just wants to be his ‘very best’ for Cleveland

New York Times  

The walking and talking caffeine IV that is Jameis Winston showed up for work last week to find out he’d been demoted to the No. “And when I’m my very best, I’m a great NFL starter.” Jameis Winston will make his first start since 2022 when the Browns face the Ravens on Sunday. “I’ve been in every role in terms …

The curious timing of Browns coach Kevin Stefanski’s decision to give up play calling
5 months, 1 week ago

The curious timing of Browns coach Kevin Stefanski’s decision to give up play calling

New York Times  

CLEVELAND — Let’s see if I have this right … The Browns fired their offensive coordinator from last year and scrapped a quarterback-under-center/play-action system that was working just fine so they could build a shotgun/spread attack more suited to their franchise quarterback, Deshaun Watson, who never really played like a franchise quarterback here. Stefanski announced Wednesday he’s relinquishing the play-calling …

Browns to start QB Jameis Winston vs. Ravens after Deshaun Watson injury
5 months, 1 week ago

Browns to start QB Jameis Winston vs. Ravens after Deshaun Watson injury

New York Times  

By Dianna Russini, Zac Jackson and Alex Andrejev The Cleveland Browns will start quarterback Jameis Winston for Sunday’s matchup against the AFC North-leading Baltimore Ravens, coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed Wednesday Cleveland is 1-6 and dropped its last five straight games, including a 21-14 loss Sunday to the Cincinnati Bengals. The team suffered multiple quarterback injuries in that contest — starter …

Myles Garrett, Jameis Winston scold Browns fans who cheered after Deshaun Watson’s injury
5 months, 1 week ago

Myles Garrett, Jameis Winston scold Browns fans who cheered after Deshaun Watson’s injury

New York Times  

As Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson lay on the ground of Huntington Bank Field after suffering an Achilles injury on a non-contact play against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, sarcastic cheers rang from the home fans in the stands. After the game, Browns players and coaches voiced their displeasure with the reaction, saying the fans “should be ashamed.” “We don’t …

What’s Browns’ plan at QB after Deshaun Watson injury? Answers murky for present and future
5 months, 1 week ago

What’s Browns’ plan at QB after Deshaun Watson injury? Answers murky for present and future

New York Times  

CLEVELAND — The afternoon began with a strategic placement of Cleveland Browns starting quarterback Deshaun Watson 10th on the team’s pregame introduction list. GO DEEPER Garrett, Winston scold Browns fans who cheered after Watson's injury Winston had to report to the lead referee as part of the NFL’s protocol for an emergency quarterback to be allowed to participate. DTR off …

Browns QB Deshaun Watson cleared for contact, but will sit out 2nd straight preseason game
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Browns QB Deshaun Watson cleared for contact, but will sit out 2nd straight preseason game

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Browns starting quarterback Deshaun Watson has been cleared for contact to his surgically repaired shoulder, but he’ll sit out his second straight preseason game when Cleveland hosts Minnesota this week. Watson spent Saturday night’s preseason opener against Green Bay on the sideline as the Browns were beaten 23-10 by the Packers. However, on a Zoom call Sunday, coach …

Backup Jameis Winston confident QB Deshaun Watson can bounce back, lead Browns to the top
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Backup Jameis Winston confident QB Deshaun Watson can bounce back, lead Browns to the top

Associated Press  

BEREA, Ohio — Jameis Winston’s role with the Browns isn’t limited to simply being quarterback Deshaun Watson ‘s backup. “When you can go out, you can see practice, you can knick-knack, this-that, paddy whack, give a dog a bone — Deshaun Watson is going to turn it on,” said before Thursday’s practice. “He’s always going to find a way to …

Browns’ Deshaun Watson sitting out preseason opener as he continues recovery from shoulder surgery
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Browns’ Deshaun Watson sitting out preseason opener as he continues recovery from shoulder surgery

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Deshaun Watson might be ready to play. Watson will sit out Cleveland’s exhibition opener on Saturday against the Green Bay Packers as the team continues to take a cautious approach after the quarterback underwent right shoulder surgery in November. Earlier in camp, Watson said he’s feeling healthy and is aiming this season to “block out noise.” The Browns …

Jameis Winston likely to be Deshaun Watson’s backup as Browns agree to deal with veteran QB
1 year ago

Jameis Winston likely to be Deshaun Watson’s backup as Browns agree to deal with veteran QB

New York Times  

The Cleveland Browns have agreed to terms with former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston, according to a source briefed on the matter. Winston went 5-2 as the Saints’ starter in 2021, but in 10 appearances over the last two seasons he’s thrown just six touchdowns and eight interceptions while completing 60 percent of his passes. …

QBs Watson, Howell have solid starts, Brissett has TD run in Commanders’ 17-15 win over Browns
1 year, 7 months ago

QBs Watson, Howell have solid starts, Brissett has TD run in Commanders’ 17-15 win over Browns

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Deshaun Watson feels like he’s finally back to being himself. I missed ball.” Watson came within a yard of a perfect start to his preseason, and Jacoby Brissett had a TD run in his return to Cleveland as the Washington Commanders beat the Browns 17-15 on Friday night in an exhibition delayed more than an hour at the …

Saints sticking with Dalton over Winston at QB vs. Rams
2 years, 4 months ago

Saints sticking with Dalton over Winston at QB vs. Rams

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Saints coach Dennis Allen won’t make a quarterback change this week. In announcing Wednesday that Andy Dalton would remain in the lineup Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams, the first-year Saints coach stressed that New Orleans’ anemic offensive performance during its past two games stems from more than the performance of a single player. “I know that’s …

Winston doubtful, Dalton ready for Saints against Vikings
2 years, 6 months ago

Winston doubtful, Dalton ready for Saints against Vikings

Associated Press  

LONDON — Saints backup quarterback Andy Dalton is preparing to square off with Kirk Cousins again in London. Dalton is expected to start after Jameis Winston was listed as doubtful for New Orleans’ game Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. “I’ve been in this situation before where you’re the backup and have to step in and play.” …

QB Brissett to start Browns’ preseason finale against Bears
2 years, 7 months ago

QB Brissett to start Browns’ preseason finale against Bears

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Jacoby Brissett will finally make his delayed debut for the Browns. The veteran quarterback, set to fill in as Cleveland’s starter while Deshaun Watson serves his upcoming 11-game NFL suspension, will start Saturday night’s exhibition finale against the Chicago Bears. But it’s just a constant communication with the coaches to make sure we get what we need.” Earlier …

Jameis Winston was historically good and bad this year. What do the Buccaneers do next?
5 years, 3 months ago

Jameis Winston was historically good and bad this year. What do the Buccaneers do next?

LA Times  

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston looks to pass against the Atlanta Falcons on Dec. 29. But Winston also threw for a league-high 30 interceptions, nine more than the quarterback with the next highest total, Cleveland’s Baker Mayfield, and tied for seventh most all-time. “There’s so much good, and there’s some outright terrible,” Arians said Sunday of Winston’s overall performance. …

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