In a highly anticipated matchup, former Saints quarterback Jameis Winston will lead the Cleveland Browns against his former team in New Orleans this Sunday. The Saints (3-7) enter the game under interim head coach Darren Rizzi, who guided the team to a much-needed 20-17 win over the Falcons, breaking a seven-game losing streak.
Rizzi, recently promoted after Dennis Allen’s dismissal, credited focused preparation and strong defensive stops for the victory. However, he acknowledged that the Saints’ defense still struggles, especially against the run, where they rank 27th and allowed 181 rushing yards to Atlanta.
The Browns (2-7) see this as an opportunity to ignite their ground game, a focus for head coach Kevin Stefanski. Winston, now filling in for the injured Deshaun Watson, views his role as a privilege, expressing gratitude for the chance to lead Cleveland. Despite mixed performances, Winston remains focused on executing “one play at a time.”
As the Browns look for improvement on the road, this game represents both teams’ battle to regain momentum in a challenging season.
