The Cleveland Browns have gotten off to a 3-7 start this season, helmed by quarterback Jacoby Brissett for that run. He was brought in specifically to be a backup and potentially an interim starter for the duration of time that their first option might miss due to suspension.
That time is almost up, as Deshaun Watson is eligible to return to the football field after their week 12 game. Having given up three first-round picks to trade for him while giving him $240 million guaranteed over five seasons, there’s no question about his being inserted into the lineup—even if Brissett didn’t have a .