Deshaun Watson, the dynamic quarterback for the Cleveland Browns, saw his season abruptly end on Sunday after suffering a devastating non-contact Achilles injury that left him carted off the field. The impact of his absence was felt immediately, as backup Dorian Thompson-Robinson had to step in to fill the void left by Watson’s departure.
However, it seems that the Browns have different plans for their starting lineup moving forward. Despite Thompson-Robinson’s valiant efforts, the team has decided to turn to Jameis Winston as their starting quarterback for the upcoming matchup against the formidable Baltimore Ravens in Week 8. This decision comes as a bit of a surprise, as Winston has not started a game since joining the Browns this offseason.
According to Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports, the Browns are looking to Winston to lead them to victory in the NFC North rivalry showdown. This will be a significant opportunity for the 30-year-old quarterback to prove his worth and showcase his abilities as a starting-caliber player in the NFL.
Winston did see some action in Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals, coming in after Thompson-Robinson suffered an injury in the fourth quarter. Despite the limited playing time, Winston managed to complete 5 out of 11 pass attempts for 67 yards and a touchdown, showing glimpses of his potential to make an impact on the field.
The last time Winston started an NFL game was back in September 25, 2022, when he was still with the New Orleans Saints. In that game, he put up solid numbers with 353 yards passing, one touchdown, and two interceptions in a close 22-14 loss to the Carolina Panthers. Now, he has the chance to prove that he is capable of leading the Browns’ offense to success and helping them put up more points on the board.
As Winston prepares to take the reins as the starting quarterback for the Browns, all eyes will be on him to see if he can rise to the occasion and deliver a strong performance against a tough Ravens defense. The stage is set for Winston to make his mark and show that he belongs among the elite quarterbacks in the league.
