Browns to open season with Deshaun Watson as QB1

Watson and Shedeur Sanders competed for the starting job in training camp, rotating reps with the first-team offense in practice and preseason games.

Multiple sources with knowledge of the Browns' decision-making factors suggest: The decision to name Watson rather than Sanders did not arrive via a landslide. This was not a decision about who is "good" or "bad."

Why Dan Orlovsky feels ‘awful’ for Browns fans after Deshaun Watson named starting QB over Shedeur Sanders  MARCA

Deshaun Watson has won the competition for the Cleveland Browns' starting quarterback job ahead of the Sept. 13 opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars

Deshaun Watson named Cleveland Browns’ starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders  AP News

New Mexico High School Football Week 1 Winners and Losers: QBs Shine, Hobbs Stumbles  Sports Illustrated

Monken, in his first year as Cleveland's head coach, is taking a chance on Watson. The pressure is now on the veteran QB to perform.

The Browns picked Deshaun Watson over their future. Good luck with that | Opinion  USA Today

Cleveland is turning to Watson now even though his contract makes it almost impossible for him to remain with the team beyond this year

Deshaun Watson addressed his "17 away games" comments after Browns fans booed him Saturday, offering an emotional explanation rather than an apology.

Deshaun Watson admitted his emotions got the best of him in regards to talking back to fans following a preseason game over the weekend.

Deshaun Watson is far from an elite quarterback at this point in his career. That hasn't stopped him from being paid like one.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 22: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns walks off the field after the team's 31-7 loss to the Buffalo Bills in a preseason game against the at Huntington Bank Field on August 22, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images) | Getty Images Nobody is more gifted at making

One NFL analyst thinks it's time for the Cleveland Browns to finally do what they've been avoiding for years with Deshaun Watson.

Celebrating one year of marriage, Jilly Anais Watson and Deshaun Watson radiate joy on this special milestone. The pop singer and influencer from Houston, Texas, showcases her multicultural heritage with a blend of French and Dutch lineage. With a career in the entertainment industry that started at a young age, Jilly

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

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

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

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

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