Juwan Johnson’s first words on fumble leave fans in disbelief
Juwan Johnson fumbled a pass from Spencer Rattler that felt like the New Orleans Saints best opportunity for a comeback against the New England Patriots. When asked about the play, the beginning of the tight end's answer may leave Saints fans infuriated.
The first Johnson said when asked how he felt about the fumble was "it is what it is" preceded by a scoff. It appears that part of his answer was largely in reaction to it being called a fumble, however, it can be difficult to get past those being his first words on the matter.
The call was close, and Johnson doesn't agree. More importantly, however, it shouldn't have been close. The Saints simply couldn't afford it. They were down six points, and that play would have put them right at midfield with momentum. When the stakes are that high, we don't want to hear you be nonchalant about if it was a fumble or not.
Juwan Johnson is starting to have a knack for mistakes at the wrong time and his responses continue to leave more to be desired
This isn't the first time Johnson has missed an opportunity to make a splash play. Against the Cardinals, Johnson dropped what could have been a game tying or game winning touchdown, depending on how aggressive the Saints were.
After that game, Johnson appeared nonchalant about the severity of his drop. The main premise of his response was that the team has to move forward. While technically true, no one wants to hear that from the person who just dropped the ball immediately after the game. His criticism of focusing on late game mistakes also came off as a bit of a deflection.
Johnson took a slightly better approach after this mistake. After his initial comment, he later goes on to explain how he plans to bounce back from the fumble. "The one thing I can do go into this week really focusing on holding the ball properly." It's at this point it feels he owns his role in the play.
The Saints had only ran two plays on that drive and both resulted in first downs. New Orleans had just kicked a field goal on the possession before, and it felt like the offense was picking up steam. The fumble took that momentum away.
If there was one piece of advice to give Johnson, it would be to start a little better. Hearing "it is what it is" is the last thing anyone wants to hear from a player after his own mistake. It can actually make it difficult to digest the accountability Johnson took on seconds later. However, the greatest hope is the tight end stops making these critical mistakes, so we stop needing to grade his responses.
Myles Garrett Blames Steelers Fans' Unbearable Noise for Browns' Loss: 'It Threw Us Off'
Pittsburgh, PA – October 13, 2025
In a stunning post-game interview, Cleveland Browns star defensive end Myles Garrett didn't mince words when explaining the Browns' tough 28-17 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Garrett, who has been a dominant force on defense this season, pointed to an unexpected source of frustration: the deafening noise from Steelers fans.
"The noise in Pittsburgh was unbearable," Garrett said, his frustration evident. "The fans’ constant screaming threw off our focus, and honestly, it’s a big reason we couldn’t execute. We let the noise get to us, and it cost us the game."
While it's not unusual for road teams to be affected by hostile crowds, Garrett’s comments were a bold reflection of just how much the Pittsburgh Steelers' infamous home-field advantage impacted the Browns in this critical AFC North matchup. The Steelers’ fans, known for their raucous energy, were on full display as they created an atmosphere that Garrett and the Browns couldn’t seem to shake.
The Cleveland defense, which had been in stellar form early in the season, struggled to keep pace with Pittsburgh’s offense, allowing 28 points and several key third-down conversions. Garrett, who is typically a force in disrupting the pocket, was noticeably less impactful, with only one sack and two tackles for loss. The offense, meanwhile, could not find its rhythm, as Baker Mayfield and the Browns’ attack were frequently disrupted by the Steelers' defense and the overwhelming crowd noise.
While Garrett did not shy away from placing part of the blame on the external factors, he also acknowledged that the Browns need to improve their mental toughness in such situations. "We have to be better at blocking out distractions. It’s part of the game, but at the end of the day, we let that crowd affect us more than we should have," Garrett continued.
This loss is another bitter reminder for the Browns, who have now fallen to a 1-5 record this season, struggling to get their season back on track after high expectations. Despite some strong individual performances from players like Garrett and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., the Browns' inability to handle hostile environments, particularly in divisional matchups, is proving to be a consistent issue.
Looking forward, Garrett and the Browns know they must learn from this experience. "It's a tough loss, but we can’t let this define us. We know what we’re capable of," Garrett said. "Next time, we’ll be ready for the noise, the distractions, and we won’t let it take us out of the game."
As for Steelers fans, Garrett’s words will likely serve as fuel for their already passionate fanbase, who will undoubtedly take pride in their ability to impact the game beyond the field. But for the Browns, the loss to their division rival is a wake-up call that their mental resilience — as much as their physical abilities — will need to be sharpened if they are to contend in the AFC North.
