NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 24, 2026Miami-Dade
Cleveland Browns name Deshaun Watson starting quarterback for season opener
The Cleveland Browns have selected Deshaun Watson as the starting quarterback for the September 13 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Watson secured the position over Shedeur Sanders following a competition throughout the offseason and preseason.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – Main FeedWhy It Matters
The decision determines the primary on-field leader for the Cleveland Browns for the upcoming NFL season opener, impacting the team's roster strategy and performance.
Key Facts
- Deshaun Watson is the starting quarterback for the September 13 opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
- Watson won the competition over Shedeur Sanders.
- Watson signed a fully guaranteed $230 million contract in 2022.
- Watson has started 19 games for Cleveland since 2022.
- Watson's record with the Browns is 9-10.
- Watson has 19 touchdown passes and 12 interceptions as a Brown.
- Watson missed 11 games in 2022 due to suspension.
- Watson suffered a season-ending shoulder injury in 2023.
- Watson suffered two Achilles tendon injuries in 2024.
- Shedeur Sanders started the final seven games of his rookie season with a 3-4 record.
Who's Mentioned
personShedeur Sanders“Cleveland Browns quarterback”organizationBuffalo Bills“NFL team”organizationCleveland Browns“NFL team”personJimmy Haslam“Cleveland Browns owner”personDeshaun Watson“Cleveland Browns quarterback”personDamar Hamlin“Buffalo Bills player”organizationJacksonville Jaguars“NFL team”personTodd Monken“Cleveland Browns coach”