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Ok, this thread has the potential to go sideways.

I’m going to make a bold prediction. We have historically bounced back after humiliations. DW’s most recent case is settled. As much as he claims he doesn’t hear it, acknowledging that he doesn’t hear the criticism means he hears it. If he has any ability to snap out of it, and reclaim even a wisp of the QB he once was, this is the game. Because the Browns are just so freakin’ random, I’m betting this is close or even a W. I’m also predicting our first game over 20pts.

34-17 - Pumpkins (yea yea, I know)

If it’s the more likely outcome of another humiliating defeat, benching him becomes much more real IMO. Not sure it’ll happen yet but it’s another decisive data point. Because of the money and all the implications and knock-on things that will happen after that, they’re going to give DW every opportunity to sink or swim before making that move. So the only “loss” in my mind is a narrow defeat where he plays relatively well compared to his recent games but still not good enough to be the difference maker. It’s like a straddle option, anything that’s pretty decisive or definitive and lends confidence to future decision making is a good thing IMO.

Eagles - 37

Frowns - 4

Eagles are well rested, fully healthy, had a week off, playing at home ... AFTER we have had 2 away games in a row and are in shambles

Eagles 30
Browns 10

31 to 16 or thereabouts, Eagles on top. Of course I hope I am wrong and we win.

35-10 Iggles.

browns lose

The situation has all the hallmarks of a game we have absolutely no business winning, so either we will play out of our minds and pull off the stunning upset.... or, we'll simply play like we have and be routed before halftime.

We're gonna get the brisket treatment and get smoked all day.

I'm not sure how anyone can be convinced that they would pull DW during this game depending on the circumstances. If they didn't pull him after last week and give Winston the week to prepare with the starters, I have no idea what it would have to take to put watson on the bench. All the proof they could possibly need to pull watson has already been shown to everyone and still nothing. I don't believe this FO is willing to admit their mistake quite yet.

I will agree with you on most of what you said. However, I do not feel KS is really a good head coach. He does not seem to have this team ready to play. Further, he doesn't really show any sense of urgency on game day. He simply doesn't strike me as a leadership figure. I also do not believe he has a say on DW playing. Looking at the film you have to conclude that DW just doesn't have what this team needs. I don't know why nor do I care. All I know is that IF KS has say on who is playing QB, then he REALLY shouldn't be the head coach if DW keeps going out there. If the Browns really want to play winning football, someone else needs to be under center. I would also scrap Dorsey's offense and get back to what KS has to offer. As for Sunday, it's going to ugly. Good day to do something else if you want to enjoy your weekend. SMH

I'm certainly not informed enough to know what's going on inside the Browns brass, but I think if anything it would be more likely they would pull him after the game going into next week rather than during this game. But who really knows? Certainly not me.

For me the saddest part of this narrative is I am at the point the #1 reason to continue following this team at this point in the season is to see what unfolds in regards to all the drama with watson. Most of us have a pretty good idea that this season isn't really going to go anywhere. Sure, it's quite possible Winston can win some games but with the strength of the remaining schedule a playoff spot is almost certainly out of the question.

So as of now the most entertaining story lines are when will they pull watson and how much difference will there be with Winston starting at QB?

And we're only going into week 6 of the season.

So he forgot how to coach since last season when he helped lead the Browns to the playoffs with a QB they pulled off his couch?

Cleveland fans have always wanted a hot head on the sideline to turn into angry dad and reflect how they’re feeling when things are going badly. They think that cartoonish football coach blowing his stack cliche is what real leadership looks like. Personally I don’t want the general of my army ever drunk on his emotions. I’ll always take a level headed cool cucumber, Tom Landry type thank you very much. Especially when things are going badly. You need the center to be steady.

Nothing left to do but watch the train wreck slowly unravel week after week.

Eagles 26
Buffoons-16

27-10. We may score on our first scripted possession and then get a garbage one late.

When looking at the forecast the map is indicating the game will start with a slow but steady smattering of boos. As the deficit strengthens and increases we will see the boos increase until there are torrential downpours of boos. Expect severe leaving early as fans try to escape those downpours by hitting the exits early.

Forecast; The chance of booing stands at 80%. The chance of a loss also stands at 80%.

Stay tune for updates at 11:00.

The Eagles skill guys are probably the best we'll have seen by far. That doesn't bode well.

And all teams have to do on defense is blitz/stunt and we fold like a cheap suit. The recipe is very simple

Those people just want to be entertained by the idiot box. Their coach needs to fit their desire for the character in the show they're imagining.

It doesn't matter, at all, in any way, whether the coach shows fire or is the most silent & stoic statue you've ever witnessed. The ONLY thing that matters is whether or not he is a leader and how the players respond to his leadership.

I agree - there is no set "personality" for a good head coach. They come in all demeanors and styles. KS has shown to be a little more fiery of late IMO, and we're actually worse haha

All I care is that the team plays hard, disciplined, prepared, etc

Historically, we almost always lose games we are supposed to lose, games where we are the underdog. However, over the years, we have lost many a game we should have won either being favored or just throwing sure victories away. We should lose this game, and everything points to that. I don't know by what score but we will lose this game. I hope I'm wrong.

The game is in Philadelphia so unless we are embarrassing the Eagles, there won’t be any loud booing.

With Iggles fans you never can tell...

True.

we haven't won in Philadelphia in quite a while IIRC

This will probably be the worst loss of the season so far.. something like a 42-6.. They are well rested, getting AJ brown back ( I expect him to have 3 tds on emerson), don't have a single person on the injury list.. which is mind blowing considering ours.. we might want to look at their S&C program. The best chance we have is to run the ball and play the TOP game, we aren't winning a shootout. But they haven't been that great this year, Commanders have been a better team, so if we don't beat ourselves we have a punchers chance if they come out flat out of the bye and take us lightly. But we are the only team that seems to do those things

Browns come out looking great, and win 20-13.

Pain...

37 to 17 Philly, Watsons last game I hope. Trade Cooper to the Bills blow it up and look at Dan Lanning Good HC