The expectations for the Cleveland Browns were fairly mixed coming into the season. There was a lot of optimism surrounding the young talent on the roster, but there were still many questions about the quarterback position and what the team would be able to accomplish offensively. There have been plenty of ups and downs this season, along with a lot of inconsistency, but a few areas have been particularly disappointing.
The inconsistency on offense definitely tops the list of disappointments this
season. From one week to the next, it is tough to know what version of the offense will show up. The offensive line, in particular, has had some good moments, but it has consistently struggled to protect the quarterback and has made it difficult for the run game to get going. This has made it difficult for the offense to perform at a high level.
Costly mistakes have been another big issue for this team, as they lead the league in penalties this season with 82. This comes out to 9.1 penalties per game. These costly mistakes put the offense in difficult yardage situations and make it harder to move the ball down the field. Especially in close games, a few penalties can really make the difference between winning and losing.
The biggest question for the Browns, starting today in Week 10, is whether they can turn the disappointments around and how quickly.
Let me know what you think in the comments – What do you think is the biggest disappointment with the Browns, and can it be turned around quickly?
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