Browns Name Deshaun Watson Starting QB for 2026 Season

The Cleveland Browns have named Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback for the 2026 NFL season, ending a months-long competition with second-year player Shedeur Sanders. Head coach Todd Monken announced the decision on Monday, August 24, confirming that Watson will lead the offense when the team opens its regular season on the road against the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 13. Monken explained that the choice was based on a comprehensive evaluation of the offseason.