Browns Make Final Decision on Deshaun Watson After Controversial Comments

The Cleveland Browns made their final decision on quarterback Deshaun Watson following his critical comments of fans.

Deshaun Watson wins the Cleveland Browns quarterback competition over Shedeur Sanders, but the team makes no guarantees beyond the regular-season opener.

Browns fans booed their starting quarterback in last week's preseason game.

The Cleveland Browns have decided on their starting quarterback for the season opener vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Deshaun Watson named Cleveland Browns starting quarterback, AP source says  Toronto Star

Deshaun Watson named Cleveland Browns starting quarterback, AP source says  AP News

Deshaun Watson named Cleveland Browns starting quarterback, AP source says

Cleveland is giving Watson another opportunity in the final year of his contract after he missed the entire 2025 season recovering from Achilles injuries

The Cleveland Browns had one of the more interesting quarterback competitions of the offseason. Deshaun Watson was initially viewed as the clear frontrunner, but Shedeur Sanders made up some ground and could've been named the starter.During the preseason, though, it became clear Watson was still the frontrunner, and Sa

Browns confirm QB decision as Shedeur Sanders vs Deshaun Watson battle ends after furious fan message  talkSPORT

Sources: Browns tab Deshaun Watson, not Shedeur Sanders, as QB1  ESPN

Watson beat out Shedeur Sanders for the job and will start Week 1 when Cleveland travels to Jacksonville to face the Jaguars.

Deshaun Watson’s Reaction to Fans Booing Him Likely Leaves Browns With Two Choices  Sports Illustrated

Watson alluded to his belief that he would be facing "17 away games" if he were named the starter.

Browns coach: Deshaun Watson's comments won't affect QB decision  Reuters

Todd Monken’s cryptic Deshaun Watson comments leave Browns fans demanding answers  MARCA

Browns coach says Deshaun Watson’s boo complaints were ‘just human’  USA Today

Player booed during team’s preseason loss to Bills QB has battled injuries during time in Cleveland Watson was suspended over sexual assault allegations Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has called the booing he heard from the team’s own fans during Saturday’s home loss to Buffalo “disrespectful” and “personal.” Wat

Deshaun Watson was met with a barrage of boos from Browns fans on Saturday.