Watson bombs in Week 1 debut

The 230 million dollar quarterback threw for just 205 yards with one touchdown and one interception, adding a fumble and five sacks in the Browns' loss to Jacksonville.

Fans demand backup replace him

Cleveland fans called for backup Shedeur Sanders to take over mid-game, but head coach Todd Monken confirmed Watson will start again in Week 2 against Tampa Bay.

Insider defends Watson's benching decision

Browns reporter Mary Kay Cabot argued that pulling Watson after one game would be premature, saying he needs time to shake off rust after 22 months away.

“I think pulling the plug after Week 1 is premature. I think it would be a knee-jerk reaction.”

Cabot cites offense struggles too

The insider noted Watson is playing on an offense that hasn't come together yet, suggesting the team's problems extend beyond the quarterback.

“He's also playing on an offense right now that just hasn't come together.”

Fans accuse Cabot of bias

Social media erupted with accusations that Cabot is a team mouthpiece, with fans claiming she's friends with ownership and lacks objectivity.

“She's nothing more than a mouthpiece for ownership.”

Credibility crisis for sports media

The backlash reveals deep fan skepticism about whether beat reporters can remain objective when covering teams they cover daily and have relationships with.