Browns Star Myles Garrett Defends His Comments After Week 7 Win
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Browns Myles Garrett defends his comments.
The Cleveland Browns picked up their second win of the season with a blowout win over the Miami Dolphins in Week 7.
The Browns picked up a 31-6 home win over the Dolphins, in a game the defense didn’t allow a touchdown. Cleveland’s defense also forced three interceptions, as it was a dominant game from the defense.
Following the game, star pass rusher Myles Garrett was asked about his comments after last week’s game, when he was frustrated with the loss. Despite Cleveland’s blowout win, Garrett defended his comments, as he said he will always say how it is.
“I’m always going to tell it how it is. I mean, that’s just my nature,” Garrett said postgame on Sunday. “I’m going to shoot you straight. And I have no problem saying what I say to them up here and vice versa.
“So I’m not trying to say anything to disparage anybody try to get anybody either removed from their position or anything like that. I want everybody here to be a benefactor to our success. So it all came together today, and I hope we continue to rally around everything that we’ve been talking about, and I’ve been talking about.”
Garrett finished the game with 2 tackles and a sack, and he was happy with his performance, as well as the defense as a whole.
Garrett Was Frustrated With Week 6 Blowout Loss
After Cleveland suffered a 23-9 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 6, Garrett made his feelings clear.
The star pass rusher called out the team for the constant losing he has faced since being drafted first overall.
“To lose the same way every time, it’s frustrating as hell,” Garrett said.
He was asked if losing makes it hard to find motivation, and he responded with a simple ‘yep.’
But it appears Garrett and the Browns found the motivation with a blowout win in Week 7.
Garrett Hopes Browns Use This Win as a Spark
Cleveland was in total control of the game, and Garrett hopes the Browns can build off that.
Garrett believes the team can use the victory as a spark to know what it takes to win in the NFL. But the star pass rusher was pleased with the Browns’ response to the blowout loss.
“(It can) be a spark as much as we want it to,” Garrett said. “You know, hopefully we’ve gotten so tired of the losses and tired of the pain that comes with them that we’re ready to inflict it on somebody else. You gotta learn to use that pain. Use that drive, it can’t just become acceptable to have those feelings. Right now, it was a good response that we had, but it’s got to continue.”
Garrett, meanwhile, believes the Browns need to chase wins and is confident in the team.
“I mean, rallied and we got a win in a fashion which we can appreciate, but that’s not enough, and we gotta continue to do that. One win is one thing, but we’ve gotta turn this into a habit, an addiction. It’s gotta be an obsession to win and win like this. And so we gotta keep on chasing that feeling.”
The Browns will go on the road to play the New England Patriots on Sunday in Week 8.
Cowboys QB Dak Prescott Sparks Injury Concerns With Postgame Look
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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott suffered a hand injury against the Commanders.
After dismantling the Washington Commanders, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott arrived at his postgame press conference wearing an accessory that quickly drew attention and sparked concerns about a possible injury.
Prescott was nearly flawless in the Cowboys’ blowout victory, completing 21 of 30 passes for 264 yards and three touchdowns. His numbers could have been even bigger, but Dallas hit cruise control in the second half with a hefty lead.
After the game, Prescott appeared at the podium with a bandage on his left hand — a sight that sparked some concern. He quickly downplayed any notion that it would impact him moving forward. Prescott called it a “Britt special,” referencing long-time Cowboys trainer Britt Brown.
“A little Britt special just to take the swelling down,” said Prescott, who played every snap in the 44-22 win. “I usually throw my left hand to cover the ball when I get hit. It usually takes a lot of helmets, so I’m sure it was just a facemask. Nothing unusual, honestly.”
Dak Prescott had his left hand wrapped after the game. He said it’s nothing serious. A little swelling. Thought he might have hit it on another player’s helmet or face mask while protecting the ball. “Nothing unusual.”
Cowboys QB Dak Prescott Bolsters MVP Case
Prescott has firmly inserted himself into the MVP conversation, and his latest outing only strengthened that case. Through seven games, he’s thrown for 1,881 yards, 16 touchdowns, and just three interceptions — elite efficiency from the Cowboys signal-caller, who leads the league in QBR.
More importantly, Dallas snapped back into the win column on Sunday, handling a division rival in convincing fashion. With a healthy CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens helping the offense find its rhythm, Prescott believes the best is yet to come.
“It was great. It was explosive, it was fun. You saw the big plays and the drives we put together. The standard and expectation for us is high,” Prescott said. “I think more of our games are going to look like this.”
The Cowboys moved to 3-3-1 with the win against the Commanders.
Cowboys QB Dak Prescott Praises Pass-Catchers
Prescott said that having both Lamb and Pickens at his disposal makes him confident in just about any pass he throws their way. Lamb had five catches for 110 yards and a touchdown in his first game back after sitting out three games with an ankle injury. Pickens snagged four catches for 82 yards.
“Those are two dudes, and the other guys are well. Wherever the ball goes, I’m confident that when it leaves my hand, a play is going to be made if that guy has a chance,” Prescott said. “When those two guys get it, it can be very explosive.”
Prescott has put together a standout season, but what he’s most proud of is his improved ball security. Even with an emphasis on cutting down interceptions, he’s stayed aggressive and confident pushing the ball downfield.
“Just trying to be smart with it. But not hesitant, scared, or cautious” Prescott said. “I’m taking my chances and have tons of confidence in what I can do and where I can put it.”
Prescott and the Cowboys have a chance to keep the momentum rolling when they head to Denver next week to see the Broncos. Dallas will host the Arizona Cardinals in Week 9 before heading into their bye week.
