Bleacher Report's Brad Gagnon has offered a slight defense of Watson, noting that he is the most pressured quarterback in the NFL over the Browns' first two games of the year. Giv

Sep 14, 2024; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive back Billy Bowman Jr. (2) runs back an interception as Tulane Green Wave quarterback Darian Mensah (10) defends during the second half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Deshaun Watson walked off the field following a dreadful home opener two weeks ago with a towel covering his head, looking as if he was trying to hide. He’s returning a little less embarrassed. A much better performance last week in a 18-13 win at Jacksonville boosted Watson’s confidence as the Browns (1-1) prepare to host the New York Giants (0-2) on Sunday.

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The Cleveland Browns (1-1) are less than a touchdown favorite (-6.5) on Sunday, September 22, 2024 against the New York Giants (0-2).NFL odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Friday at

The Giants gave up seven field goals and lost the game 21-18. The Browns bounced back from a Week 1 loss to the Dallas Cowboys with an 18-13 win against the Jacksonville Jaguars. In that game, they kept the Jaguars to 13 points and just one touchdown.