Cleveland Browns News: Will Baker Mayfield show off his accuracy in 2020?
By Dan Justik
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The Cleveland Browns offense was one of the major disappointments in the NFL last season, as well as Baker Mayfield. With an offense full of weapons, Mayfield was unable to lead the offense to becoming an explosive unit.
Although the offense was hampered by poor play-calling from Freddie Kitchens, the unit on the field was unable to execute consistently. Mayfield also seemed to be out of control in the backfield, creating even more issues for the offense.
This offseason, the Browns have once again overhauled the offensive staff and have brought in a new scheme. The new front office also added more weapons to the offense to surround Mayfield, including tight end Austin Hooper.
Today’s featured article discusses if Mayfield can regain the accuracy he showed off in 2018, but the accuracy that was lacking in 2019.
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"Mayfield has landed in a QB-friendly scheme that usually results in big numbers and a high completion percentage for its passers…The scheme provides plenty of safety nets, and features shorter, higher-percentage pass plays. Players such as Matt Ryan, Brian Hoyer and others have flourished in this offense."
In 2018, Mayfield showed off his accuracy while being a point guard type quarterback, distributing the ball all over the field. However, with a more downfield offense, Mayfield couldn’t show that accuracy. With an offense built around a West Coast scheme, Mayfield’s accuracy should return and allow him to thrive.
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