3 Browns players who failed to show up in 2024 feat. Deshaun Watson

The Cleveland Browns had a disastrous 2024 season, finishing last in the AFC North with a 3-14 record. Cleveland looked disjointed and disbalanced throughout the season and is in dire need of a rebuild in the offseason.

While there were only a handful of Browns players who ended the season with their heads held high, some failed to show up in crunch moments.

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Three Browns players who didn't live up to the hype in 2024

Cleveland Browns safety Juan Thornhill - Source: Getty

#1 Deshaun Watson

Watson had a disappointing run for the Browns in 2024. The quarterback looked out of touch for the time that he was available before picking up a season-ending Achilles injury against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 7.

In seven games, Watson recorded 1,148 passing yards, five touchdowns and three interceptions. He was 1-6 as a starter before Jameis Winston replaced him.

The Browns have the No. 2 pick in this year's NFL draft and are likely to bring in a top quarterback from the collegiate level, which could be the end of the road for Watson in Cleveland.

#2 Juan Thornhill

Thornhill was expected to play a key role in Cleveland's defense for the 2024 season. However, the safety picked up an unfortunate calf injury in Week 1 and returned in Week 7 against the Bengals.

Thornhill ended the season with zero interceptions or fumbles forced and just three passes defended in 11 games. He was among the many underperforming players for Cleveland this season.

The Browns might give Thornhill, a two-time Super Bowl winner with the Kansas City Chiefs, one more season to prove his worth in 2025.

#3 Jedrick Wills Jr.

Before the 2024 season, Wills was tipped as a critical member of the Browns' offensive line. However, he played just five games throughout the season due to a lingering knee injury.

Furthermore, Willis didn't have a positive impact on Cleveland even during his time on the gridiron. The offensive tackle played 245 offensive snaps and 15 special teams snaps while being called for three penalties.