George Harris
Sep 24, 2023 - 09:05

Deshaun Watson's Inexcusably Bad Decision Causes Browns to Lose 16 Yards Against Titans

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson made a bizarre decision during a game, throwing the ball backwards to a receiver and resulting in a fumble. However, the Browns were ultimately not heavily impacted by the mistake.

In Week 3, the Cleveland Browns witnessed a truly perplexing decision made by their quarterback, Deshaun Watson. Despite having one of the best defenses in football this year, the Browns' offense has struggled, and a significant factor behind this struggle has been Watson's decision-making.

During the game, Watson made a poor decision that cost the Browns 16 yards. It occurred on a play where he threw the ball backwards to a receiver who was clearly unprepared for the pass. This bizarre decision left many wondering how such a mistake could happen.

The situation unfolded when the Browns faced a first-and-10 from their own 49-yard line. Watson received a shotgun snap but was immediately met with pressure from the Titans' defense. In this moment, it would have been wise for Watson to take the sack, but instead, he chose to throw the ball backwards to Elijah Moore.

Unfortunately for Watson, the pass was not completed. The ball bounced on the ground, and because it was thrown backwards, it was considered a fumble rather than an incomplete pass. This could have been disastrous for the Browns if the Titans had recovered the ball. However, Moore managed to grab it, albeit resulting in a 16-yard loss for the team.

Despite the potential consequences, Watson's bizarre decision did not ultimately harm the Browns. They were fortunate to receive a first down due to a pass interference call on the Titans during their subsequent play, which was a second-and-26. This stroke of luck allowed the Browns to continue their drive, leading to a touchdown when Watson connected with Jerome Ford for a 19-yard score.

The Browns currently hold a 13-3 lead over the Titans, largely thanks to their exceptional defense, which only allowed 67 yards in the first half. If you wish to keep up with the game in Cleveland, click here to access our GameTracker and follow all the action.