BEREA, Ohio — Third-and-short against the fourth quarter Pittsburgh Steelers The following Thursday will be the Cleveland Browns Their quarterback was called for a sneak. In response, Jacoby Brissett After crashing through several Steelers, he stumbled for a crucial first down. In the final game, Cleveland won 29-17.
The sneak surprised even Brissett himself, who was normally reserved. After the sneak, Brissett immediately rose and threw his right hand in the air. He then kicked his right knee out.
“I have never been able do that in an actual game. Every time I see a player do it in a real game, I am like “Dang, that’s so sick.” “I want to do it once.” Brissett said. “I promised myself that if I get a chance to sneak in, I would do it.
“I nearly blacked out.”
Brissett says that he is “letting his emotions show”
This season, he has played the best game of his journeyman career through three games. Brissett is ninth in the league, with an adjusted total QBR score of 63.7. This puts him well ahead of other stars. Matthew Stafford, Aaron Rodgers Tom Brady.
Browns wide receiver: “I believe he’s proved that he can win,” Amari Cooper said. “I don’t think that he has shown anything new about himself. … He’s a veteran, a skilled player, and we’re happy to have him.”
The Cleveland running game is behind, that’s for sure. Nick Chubb, Kareem Hunt A dominant offensive line is in place. The Browns’ skilled defense (save for their Week 2 fourth quarter collapse against the New York JetsThe ) was also oppressive.
Brissett is a major reason the Browns are currently 2-1 and in a tie for first place AFC North.
Brissett is already a master of the fourth quarter, which was the game-winning drive in Carolina’s Week 1 victory. He completes 66.3% his passes. He has thrown four touchdown pass. He’s only one to have the ball turned over and has only taken four sacks. This is tied for sixth in the list.
Right tackle: “Just great leadership” Jack ConklinWhen asked about the contributions Brissett made to the Browns, he replied: He is making the right plays under pressure and making the correct reads. He is very calm in his pocket. We trust him, and he trusts us.”
Multiple sources have indicated that the Browns anticipated Brissett would only be able to play six games after signing him in this offseason. But then, quarterback Deshaun WatsonThe penalty for violating the league’s personal conduct policy by engaging in sexual assault or conduct posing a real threat to the safety of another person was increased to six to eleven games after the NFLPA and NFL reached a settlement in August. The settlement was reached and most preseason predictions dismissed Cleveland as a credible playoff threat.
However, Cleveland’s offense isn’t just surviving without Brissett in the middle — it has thrived. Even though there are still some tough tests ahead, the Browns have the league’s fifth most efficient offense.
Hunt said, “He is doing a great job leading our team.” “He’s hungry, too. “… He’s a great football player, going out there and showing us what we can do.”
Brissett was in many strange situations before.
As a rookie at the New England Patriots He had to start in 2016 after Tom Brady was suspended over Deflategate. Jimmy Garoppolo A shoulder injury caused him to miss the season. Brissett was the starter during the 2019 preseason. Indianapolis Colts Andrew Luck’s shocking retirement announcement. Even last year, Andrew Luck announced his retirement. Miami DolphinsBrissett was the replacement for the injured starter Tua Tagovailoa.
The Browns found Brissett’s previous experiences appealing as they sought a temporary replacement for Watson. Brissett is known as “The Shaman” by the Browns because of his wisdom.
“I remember when we acquired Jacoby and all the phone calls that he made to people whom he has played for or people with whom he has played,” Kevin Stefanski, coach, said that it was “very consistent that you’re getting an pro’s professional, somebody who is going out in front, who works very hard at their craft, and who just is an outstanding partner.”
Brissett is more than a teammate or pro.
Cooper, the Browns’ first player to ever post back-toback 100-yard receiving games, is pushing the ball downfield. Even though he isn’t the most mobile quarterback, he keeps drives alive with his feet. He makes the winning plays, including the pivotal quarterback sneak last Thursday.
Brissett said, “I’m here because I want to play good football and play for my teammates. And enjoy this moment.” “I can look at those guys and tell them I’m giving my best. This is what I look forward too. … This is what it’s all really about.