The Cleveland Browns had a solid season in 2023, but solid isn’t going to get it done in 2024.
As good as it was to see them make the playoffs, and especially considering how much they struggled with injuries, it’s time to take the next step.
Nonetheless, it won’t get any easier next season, not even despite being back to full strength.
At least, that’s how team legend Josh Cribbs seems to think.
Talking on “The Return With Josh & Maria Cribbs,” the former special teamer showed his concerns about the team’s upcoming schedule.
He talked about how being in the AFC North Division already means trouble in terms of strength of schedule and having to play the likes of the Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Chargers, Miami Dolphins, and even the New Orleans Saints and Jacksonville Jaguars only makes it tougher.
He’s got a valid point, but it’s not like the Browns haven’t held their ground in the division.
Kevin Stefanski has found plenty of success against Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, and the team has gone .500 against the division with him at the helm.
Looking ahead to the 2024-2025 schedule, the #Browns have a tough road ahead 😟
"Now you're looking at our record and what it could be and what it has to be. We have a fight on our hands."
–@JoshCribbs16 talks Browns schedule ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/DdvQk6nJPp
— The Return With Josh & Maria Cribbs (@TheCribbsShow) April 6, 2024
That’s more impressive if you consider the fact that the team has had two consecutive seasons with a revolving door at the quarterback position.
At the end of the day, it’ll all go down to how much of an impact a healthy Deshaun Watson can make.
This team already has an elite defense and is well coached, so as much as they have to look out for other teams, other teams will also have to deal with them.
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