Just in; Deshaun Watson Calls Out Browns Over Playoff Loss to Texans

Deshaun Watson publicly expressed his displeasure and annoyance with the Cleveland Browns’ crushing defeat to the Houston Texans in the Wild Card round.

Since the conclusion of the season, Watson has not spoken much. He hasn’t posted anything on social media, and he didn’t conduct an exit interview. Watson hasn’t played since the middle of November while he heals from shoulder surgery.

For the first time, he discussed his feelings about the loss in his “QB Unplugged” series with Quincy Avery.

Many conflicting feelings. We let the chance pass us by,” Watson remarked. I had played on the other side before, so I knew it would be a challenging scenario. I had no doubt that the supporters would show up and cheer on their side. However, at the same time we let them control the game. Really in all three phases.”

Early on, the Browns kept the score tight. But things suddenly got out of control. Houston destroyed the NFL’s #1 defense, scoring 35 points in the latter quarter of the game.

Another problem was quarterback play. The Browns’ Joe Flacco had performed admirably during the regular season. But in the third quarter, the 39-year-old quarterback threw back-to-back interceptions that were recovered for scores, putting the game out of reach.

Deshaun Watson Admits Browns’ Progress Was Hesitated by Injuries

Watson is one of the numerous important ailments the Browns have had to deal with this season. Among the players with season-ending injuries this year were wide receiver/return man Jakeem Grant, defensive lineman Maurice Hurst, offensive tackles Jack Conklin, Jedrick Wills, and Dawand Jones, and running back Nick Chubb.

Watson is one of the numerous important ailments the Browns have had to deal with this season. Among the players with season-ending injuries this year were wide receiver/return man Jakeem Grant, defensive lineman Maurice Hurst, offensive tackles Jack Conklin, Jedrick Wills, and Dawand Jones, and running back Nick Chubb.

Additionally, two players who were not available for the playoff game were linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. and safety Grant Delpit. Myles Garrett, Joel Bitonio, and Amari Cooper—all Pro Bowlers—fought through injuries to play.

Watson accepted his injury problems, but he didn’t see them as a justification.

We started to sustain injuries. “Our injured players weren’t performing to their best,” Watson remarked. But you also can’t give an explanation. When on the field, you have to produce.

“you have a large group of players, but you also have a large group of reserve players.” they cannot be faulted. they’re only now beginning to arrive. we are bringing in players from the streets and free agency.

Browns quarterback texans star praised by deshaun watson stroud, C.J.

Watson played for the texans during his first four seasons of the league until being acquired by cleveland in a sensational trade in the 2022 offseason. after the trade, he signed a $230 million fully guaranteed contract, yet in just two seasons, he has played in just 12 games with the browns.

Watson hugged texans quarterback C.J. stroud near midfield following the defeat.

Watson has a lot to be jealous of stroud for, as he finished with 274 passing yards, 3 touchdowns and a nearly perfect passer rating against the Browns. But he has nothing but love for his successor in Houston.

To be honest, no. I’m not bothered by it. Watson smiled and remarked, “I ain’t that type of dude to sit here and have any kind of hate.” “I have experienced that. There was a Wild Card game I won. It didn’t work out for us. Business is business, always. And we walked away.

In the offseason, Watson and Stroud have trained with Avery together. Even before being picked, the quarterback for the Texans acknowledged that he looked up to Watson among other quarterbacks.

Ever since he was drafted, I have always told him to take over H-Town. Now it’s your city. You can get anything you need. stated Watson. “I was that big brother over there.”

Watson acknowledged that circumstances could have been slightly different if he was on the field.

Watson stated, “Yeah, we are going to compete and go blow for blow if I were on the field.” “Unfortunately, I’m hurt, young buck. Go do your thing.”

Watson should be ready for training camp, according to the Browns. When he returns, he’ll take over as the starting quarterback in the hopes of overcoming his injury problems.