Cleveland Browns' Deshaun Watson Benched Due to Shoulder Injury, Denies Lack of Motivation

Browns Coach Kevin Stefanski looks to protect quarterback Watson from further complications from shoulder injury, confirms no surgery is required; P.J. Walker to start for Sunday's game and past games suggest the Browns are capable of winning without Watson.

Cleveland Browns' quarterback Deshaun Watson will miss Week 8 game against the Seattle Seahawks due to a lingering shoulder injury. He denied allegations that his injury is a result of lack of motivation, highlighting his commitment to the game and his team.
Backup quarterback P.J. Walker will handle the starting duties for the Browns' upcoming game. Walker led the team to a victory in the Browns' recent game against the Indianapolis Colts, suggesting the team can thrive even in the absence of Watson.
Watson suffered the injury while on a running play against Tennessee on Sept. 24. The injury was initially called a bruised shoulder, then a strain, and later revealed to be microtears in his rotator cuff.
Browns' head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed that Watson does not need surgery but has 'residual' swelling in his shoulder which affects his throwing. He defended the decision to bench Watson as a means to protect him from further complications.
The Browns have maintained a good record despite challenges in their offense, particularly at the quarterback position. Their defense is reported to be the best in the NFL, compensating for their offensive struggles.