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According to a recent article from The Athletic, Watson has been characterized as a "negative presence" within the Browns' locker room. Players reported a heavy atmosphere that seemed to shift for the better following Watson’s Achilles injury. Some veterans expressed relief when Watson was sidelined, suggesting the organization had prioritized his preferences over those of the team. The players felt that the head coach, Kevin Stefanski, was reluctant to hold Watson accountable during film sessions, leading to frustration among teammates who had hoped for constructive criticism.