The Cleveland Browns received devastating news on Wednesday morning as it was announced that quarterback Deshaun Watson will miss the rest of the season due to a shoulder injury. This comes as a major blow to the Browns, who are in playoff contention and had invested heavily in Watson with hopes of stabilizing their quarterback position.

With Watson out, the Browns will now turn to backup P.J. Walker, who has struggled in limited action this season. This raises questions about why the Browns didn't make a move for a more competent backup quarterback before the trade deadline. There were options available, such as Josh Dobbs, who had been traded from the Browns to the Cardinals earlier in the season and has been impressive in his recent performances for the Vikings.

The decision not to acquire a better backup quarterback now puts the Browns in a risky position. They will have to rely on Walker to lead them through the rest of the season and potentially into the playoffs. The Browns have a strong defense, but their offense will need to step up to compensate for the loss of Watson.

As the Browns enter a crucial stretch of the season, it remains to be seen whether they will regret not making a move for a better backup quarterback. The pressure is now on Walker to prove that he can effectively lead the team in Watson's absence. Meanwhile, Dobbs continues to impress in Minnesota, leaving some Browns fans wondering what could have been.

The Browns' decision not to trade for a better backup quarterback may come back to haunt them as they fight for a playoff spot.

Sources:

- "Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson out for the rest of this season" - AP News

- "Cleveland Browns" - Minnesota Vikings

- "Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is out for the season after breaking a bone in his shoulder" - Latest NFL News