Critics Slam Deshaun Watson Over Unrealistic Expectations After Loss
WHO:
Sportskeeda - Stephen A. Smith criticized Deshaun Watson for his comments during a press conference, stating, "Awful is one thing. Stupid is another."
Heavy NFL - The Cleveland Browns are reportedly "losing their patience" with Deshaun Watson amid ongoing drama within the locker room.
Sportskeeda - Deshaun Watson stated during his media availability, "the focus on my performance had become a media issue."
Sportskeeda - Stephen A. Smith criticized Deshaun Watson for his comments during a press conference, stating, "Awful is one thing. Stupid is another."
Sportskeeda - Deshaun Watson, quarterback for the Cleveland Browns
Pro Football Network - A Pro Bowler (unnamed) who criticized Deshaun Watson
WHAT:
Pro Football Network - Browns radio hosts suggested that "You Cannot Start That Guy," referring to Deshaun Watson, for the upcoming week three home opener.
Pro Football Network - A former NFL star suggested that the Cleveland Browns might consider replacing Deshaun Watson with Shedeur Sanders if his performance does not improve, warning that "the city might burn down that facility" due to fan frustration.
Pro Football Network - Browns radio hosts suggested the possibility of benching Deshaun Watson for the upcoming week three home opener following the team's 24-point defeat.
Pro Football Network - A former NFL star suggested that the Cleveland Browns might consider replacing Deshaun Watson with Shedeur Sanders if his performance does not improve, warning that "the city might burn down that facility" due to fan frustration.
Pro Football Network - A Pro Bowler expressed disbelief at Watson's lack of accountability, describing his comments as "Absolutely Brutal."
Pro Football Network - A former NFL star suggested that the Cleveland Browns might consider replacing Deshaun Watson with Shedeur Sanders if his performance does not improve, warning that "the city might burn down that facility" due to fan frustration.
Pro Football Network - Browns radio hosts suggested that "You Cannot Start That Guy," referring to Deshaun Watson, for the upcoming week three home opener.
Heavy NFL - The Cleveland Browns are reportedly losing patience with Deshaun Watson amid ongoing drama within the locker room.
Pro Football Network - Browns radio hosts suggested the possibility of benching Deshaun Watson for the upcoming week three home opener following the team's 24-point defeat.
Sportskeeda - Deshaun Watson addressed the media regarding the Cleveland Browns' performance.
Sportskeeda - The Cleveland Browns lost 34-10 to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Pro Football Network - The Pro Bowler described Watson's comments as "Absolutely Brutal."
WHERE:
Sportskeeda - The game took place at Jacksonville Jaguars' home stadium.
WHEN:
MiamiDolphins.com - Malik Willis held a press conference on September 16, 2026, discussing his performance and team dynamics.
Sportskeeda - The loss occurred on a Sunday.
Sportskeeda - Watson's media availability took place on a Wednesday following the game.
WHY:
Pro Football Network - The Pro Bowler expressed disbelief at Watson's lack of accountability regarding the team's performance, describing his comments as "Absolutely Brutal."
Pro Football Network - The Pro Bowler expressed disbelief at Watson's lack of accountability regarding the team's performance.
Heavy NFL - The Cleveland Browns are reportedly "losing their patience" with Deshaun Watson amid ongoing drama within the locker room.
Sportskeeda - Watson claimed that the focus on his performance had become a media issue.
Pro Football Network - The Pro Bowler expressed disbelief at Watson's lack of accountability regarding the team's performance.
HOW:
Pro Football Network - Browns radio hosts suggested that "You Cannot Start That Guy," referring to Deshaun Watson, for the upcoming week three home opener.
Sportskeeda - Stephen A. Smith expressed his criticism in a fiery rant following Watson's controversial press conference comments.
Sportskeeda - Watson's comments were made during a media availability session.
Stephen A. Smith has sharply criticized Deshaun Watson for his comments during a recent press conference, saying, "Awful is one thing. Stupid is another." Meanwhile, Browns radio hosts are urging the team not to start Watson for their upcoming week three home opener, and a former NFL star has suggested that the Browns might need to consider replacing him with Shedeur Sanders if his performance doesn’t improve, warning that fan frustration could lead to serious backlash. The Pro Bowler echoed this sentiment, expressing disbelief at Watson's lack of accountability and calling his remarks "Absolutely Brutal."