P.J. Walker will handle the starting quarterback duties for the Browns this Sunday. Deshaun Watson will remain sidelined as he continues to recover from a bruised rotator cuff.
Deshaun Watson will be on the sidelines during the Cleveland Browns game against the undefeated San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Watson injured his shoulder on a running play during a win over the Titans in Week 3. The Browns officially ruled the quarterback out for this weekend's game due to a bruised rotator cuff. September 22 marked the most recent date that Watson was able to practice fully. He has since practiced on a limited basis, but he was expected play in Week 4 against the Ravens.
Rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson stepped in for Watson but largely struggled. The fifth round draft pick finished the game with 121 passing yards and three inceptions in the loss to the Ravens. Browns coach Kevin Stefanski initially said it was Watson’s decision not to play in Week 4, but general manager Andrew Berry later clarified that the decision was made mutually by the quarterback and the team. Because of the mixed messaging, Watson has been criticized in some circles for not playing with what seems like a minor injury. Browns offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt, though, said it’s unfair to judge Watson without knowing the extent of his injury.
The Browns elevated former Carolina Panthers quarterback P.J. Walker from the practice squad. Thompson-Robinson will back up Walker in Sunday's game. The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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