The Cleveland Browns lost their wild-card game against the Houston Texans due to their defensive coordinator, Jim Schwartz, failing to adapt to C.J. Stroud's specific brilliance. Denzel Ward and Greg Newsome II expressed disappointment in the defense's performance, with Ward stating their desire to be the top defense in the postseason. Schwartz and Dan Quinn, another defensive coordinator, were criticized for their inability to adjust, leading to constant explosive plays and chunk gains. The Browns' defense was deemed to have not shown up in the game, causing regret and disappointment among the team.
#Browns Denzel Ward and Greg Newsome II explain how 'we didn't show up' in the wild card round vs. C.J. Stroud and the #Texans. With some theories, analysis and a little film: https://t.co/SDu0tQqiJk
Who else got bollixed this weekend: Browns DC Jim Schwartz, who was absolutely brilliant most of the season, but picked the worst possible time to refuse to adjust against C.J. Stroud, who was primed to annihilate all of Schwartz's tendencies. https://t.co/hFuSVJlCTU https://t.co/PmLliiDhhJ
Jim Schwartz and Dan Quinn, two respected DCs, got absolutely SHREDDED this weekend. Slowik and MLF put them in clown suits. Guys open everywhere. Constant explosive plays and chunk gains. Embarrassing for Schwartz and Quinn
#Browns Greg Newsome II said defense didn’t show up in biggest game. Echoes what Denzel Ward said. https://t.co/Ay4YQFvEQS
#Browns CB Greg Newsome II says tough to focus on good of season after playoff loss. https://t.co/uE8MnpPy7I
#Browns Denzel Ward on trying to process playoff loss after strong season. https://t.co/LR97nK3hqo
Denzel Ward disappointed by finish of defense. “We wanted to be No. 1 in postseason.” https://t.co/UuZ9atouKj
New on @TheNFLWire: The Browns lost their wild-card game against the Texans because Jim Schwartz, their usually brilliant defensive coordinator, refused to adapt to C.J. Stroud's specific brilliance. Could be a long offseason of regret. https://t.co/hFuSVJlCTU