Watson Starts vs Jaguars | Little Rock News

Deshaun Watson is set to start for the Browns in Week 1 against Jacksonville, after a grueling comeback from a ruptured Achilles and a high-stakes trade — but don’t expect cheers from the crowd. Facing stiff competition from rising star Shedeur Sanders, Watson’s selection was based purely on football performance, per coach Todd Monken, despite fan backlash and his own emotional comments about being disrespected. Watson is focused on showcasing his mobility in the new offense, while Sanders continues to impress with growth in pocket presence and decision-making. Both will sit out the final preseason game as other QBs vie for the third spot — and the Browns’ season hinges on how Watson performs under center from Day One. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/357539c04c6165be