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NFL·ANALYSIS·November 2, 2026 03:07 PM ET

Browns' Todd Monken addresses sacks taken by Deshaun Watson

Cleveland dropped a 27-6 decision to Pittsburgh.

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What happened: Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken addressed the repeated sacks taken by quarterback Deshaun Watson following the team's road defeat. Monken evaluated pass protection and pocket management after Cleveland failed to find the end zone against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Why it matters: Protection breakdowns continue to strain Cleveland's offensive consistency during the divisional race. Sustained pressure in the backfield limits the passing attack while the Steelers solidify their position in the AFC North standings.

What to watch: The Browns return to practice to adjust their blocking schemes and pass protection ahead of their next regular-season matchup.

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