1 overall draft pick in 2018, then came crashing down to Earth last season. "We'll look at the whole body of work here as the season goes on, [but] he's doing a nice job for us," Stefanski said. Mayfield has also been stellar near the goal line, completing four of seven passes in the red zone for four touchdowns without a turnover.

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After finishing 19th in QBR last season, Baker Mayfield ranks ninth with a QBR of 75.6 through the first three games. Mayfield has taken only two sacks, he has yet to fumble, and he ended his previously league-high eight-game streak throwing an interception in last Sunday's win over Washington. "He's spreading the ball around. • PickCenter » | ESPN Chalk » It ain’t because of Baker Mayfield…He’s been relatively pedestrian. The looming question, however, is whether there is more for Mayfield and the passing game.

And many are taking it. Mayfield won't have a championship on the line this time around in Arlington, Texas. “So, in turn, it is our fault, not his fault. Mayfield's QBR score has been buoyed by an improvement in limiting mistakes. Because this guy - it’s clearly on his shoulders. © 2020 Advance Local Media LLC. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission. Stephen A Smith (ESPN): “Not just Skillset, But Improving” ESPN analyst and co-host of First Take, Stephen A Smith compared Mayfield to Lamar Jackson.

So that’s really what it’s gonna be about going forward. CLEVELAND, Ohio – Baker Mayfield can’t seem to catch a break. Of course, considering it has been three games, the sample is small. “Kevin Stefanski is doing a tremendous job Instagramming right now. “This is gonna be interesting on Thursday night. David Richard/AP Photo. But facing off against quarterback Dak Prescott and one of the most talented offenses in the league, Mayfield has a prime opportunity to make a statement in a game primed to potentially tilt into a shootout. “Is there a bigger game for any player in the NFL, more of a must-win in a short week, than Baker Mayfield going up against a rookie, Joe Burrow in Cincinnati?” Billick asked. The Browns will take on division rivals the Pittsburgh Steelers this Sunday. He was part of the minority who felt Mayfield was worthy of the first overall draft pick. Still, after a rough season-opening showing in a 30-point loss in Baltimore, Mayfield's rebound has been encouraging, as the Browns have scored 30 in back-to-back outings for the first time in a decade. Because Baker Mayfield isn’t that talented,” Clark proclaimed. So far, Mayfield has been solid managing an offense hellbent on rushing the ball and controlling the clock. Weekly NFL game expert picks• Game picks from our NFL experts » Baker Mayfield, Browns' passing attack looking for more, Biggest Week 6 injury questions for all 32 NFL teams: Baker Mayfield, Dalvin Cook, Cam Newton and more, Hurting Mayfield still plans to face Steelers, Browns vs. Steelers: Behind the turnarounds, return of Myles Garrett and what win means, Tomlin focused on facing Browns, not Garrett, Browns place CB Williams (shoulder) on IR, Browns 4-1 for first time since Belichick was coach, Ronnie Harrison pads Browns' lead with pick-six, but Colts answer, Odell Beckham Jr., Jarvis Landry make circus catches to set up Browns TDs, Browns' rush offense and Colts' rush defense face true tests, Browns DT Ogunjobi out Sunday against Colts, Colts rule out Leonard, Castonzo vs. Browns, NFL quarter-season awards: Barnwell's picks for MVP, ROY, top coach, best catch, more, Browns' Njoku (knee) off IR, could play Sunday.

"Baker is a game manager.

Despite the Browns being 4-1, Mayfield continues to receive backhanded compliments or ridicule for his performance this season. He’s managing the things [coach] Kevin Stefanski wants to do with this offense. It'll be a fun one.". Mayfield returns to Jerry's World, where friends and family will be waiting, along with a few fond memories on Sunday (1 p.m. More NFL coverage », • Game picks from our NFL experts » Help fund crucial watchdog journalism. In a place he has done plenty in the past. "The Cleveland Browns have won four straight games. Stay on current site or go to US version. They clearly have the right personnel outside of the quarterback,” Smith continued. Nick Chubb is fourth in the NFL in rushing, and teammate Kareem Hunt is 13th.