The Cleveland Browns are seizing their bye week to address a struggling offense ahead of their upcoming game against the New York Jets on November 9, 2025. Head coach Kevin Stefanski and his coaching staff are focusing on reinventing their offensive strategy after the team’s disappointing performance, which has left them with a 2-6 record and at the bottom of the AFC North.
Currently, the Browns rank 30th in the NFL, having scored only 126 points this season. Last year, wide receiver Jerry Jeudy had a promising start, leading the team with 90 catches for 1,229 yards and four touchdowns. In contrast, he has managed just 22 catches for 257 yards and no touchdowns this season, placing him on a trajectory for only 47 catches and 546 yards.
Stefanski acknowledged the need to increase Jeudy’s involvement in the offense. “Obviously, we’re not doing enough,” he stated during a Zoom call on October 27. “You’re constantly looking at different players, different ways they can run routes, run concepts that they can execute.” The coach emphasized the importance of positioning players correctly and optimizing their roles to enhance efficiency and explosiveness.
The Browns may receive reinforcements at wide receiver before the Jets game. Cedric Tillman, who has been on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury, is expected to be activated. Stefanski confirmed this development, indicating optimism for the team’s offensive capabilities.
Jeudy’s frustration was palpable following the 32-13 loss to the New England Patriots on October 26, where he was targeted only twice without any successful catches. Jeudy opted not to speak to reporters after the game, reflecting the team’s collective disappointment. Pro Bowl guard Joel Bitonio recognized the importance of channeling such frustrations into motivation. “If you aren’t frustrated at this point as a member of the team, that’s a red flag,” Bitonio noted on October 27.
Stefanski remains committed to rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel, who has struggled with an 1-3 record in four starts. Gabriel is averaging only 4.9 yards per attempt, with a longest completion of just 24 yards. In comparison, Patriots quarterback Drake Maye averaged nine yards per attempt in their recent matchup. “Playing well on offense is about 11 guys on the field, and us as coaches doing our job,” Stefanski reiterated, emphasizing that the team’s challenges extend beyond just the quarterback position.
The bye week presents an opportunity for Gabriel to regroup after being listed as inactive in the previous game due to back stiffness. “He’s getting better every day, and I’m hopeful that he’ll continue to improve,” Stefanski commented.
Browns owner Jimmy Haslam expressed a desire to see both Gabriel and fellow rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders in action this season. Although Sanders has yet to take a snap in a regular-season game following a fifth-round selection from Colorado, the coaching staff remains optimistic about his potential.
As the Browns prepare for their matchup against the Jets, the upcoming days will be crucial for Stefanski and his team. The bye week is not just a pause in the schedule; it is a critical time for reflection, strategy adjustments, and ultimately, a chance to turn their season around.
