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Browns offensive coordinator defends Deshaun Watson after Jaguars loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 3:21 AM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Browns offensive coordinator defends Deshaun Watson after Jaguars loss

Summary

Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Travis Switzer defended quarterback Deshaun Watson following the team's 34-10 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Despite Watson's struggles, including an interception and a low QB Impact score, Switzer emphasized Watson's decisiveness. Fans reacted negatively, expressing frustrations over the coaching staff and Watson's performance. The Browns, who managed just 95 net yards and trailed 24-0 at halftime, will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 2, looking to improve their offensive execution.

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By the Numbers

•Browns lose 34-10 to Jaguars in Week 1
•Watson goes 16-of-22 for 205 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT
•Fans criticize Switzer's defense of Watson's performance
•Browns managed only 95 net yards in the loss
•Cleveland faces the Buccaneers next week, seeking improvement

Latest Updates

3:21 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Whole Staff Will Be Fired,’ ‘Diabolical’ — NFL Fans Rip Browns OC for Defending Deshaun Watson’s Poor Performance vs. Jaguars

What they're saying

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The Cleveland Browns’ 34-10 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars left plenty of questions about the offense, but offensive coordinator Travis Switzer’s comments about Deshaun Watson only added to the frustration. While reviewing Watson’s performance, Switzer admitted the quarterback was not perfect but praised him for being “decisive” and continuing to compete despite the difficult afternoon.
— Yahoo Sports

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