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Browns are banking on a full season of Deshaun Watson and a revamped defense in 2023

team will perform with a full offseason and regular season of Deshaun Watson leading the charge at quarterback.

Although a lot of eyes will be on Watson finally becoming the full-time starter, he’s not the only new component to the team heading into the 2023 season. Let’s take a look at how general manager Andrew Berry refreshed the roster this offseason.

Key Departures

  • QB Jacoby Brissett
  • RB Kareem Hunt
  • DE Jadaveon Clowney
  • DT Taven Bryan
  • S John Johnson III
  • CB Greedy Williams
  • Defensive Coordinator Joe Woods
  • Special Teams Coordinator Mike Priefer

Key Additions

  • QB Joshua Dobbs
  • WR Elijah Moore (via trade)
  • DE Ogbonnia Okoronkwo
  • DE Za’Darius Smith (via trade)
  • DT Dalvin Tomlinson
  • S Juan Thornhill
  • Defensive Coordinator Jim Schwartz
  • Special Teams Coordinator Bubba Ventrone

Knowing What Works on Offense

Cleveland Browns Offseason Workout
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The offense was very much unchanged this offseason, making it clear that the team hopes Deshaun Watson is able to elevate everyone around him.