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Browns face quarterback scrutiny after 34-10 loss to Jaguars

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 5:14 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Browns face quarterback scrutiny after 34-10 loss to Jaguars

Summary

The Cleveland Browns suffered a disappointing 34-10 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 16, 2026. The team struggled offensively, recording only one first down before halftime, with Deshaun Watson throwing an interception in the opening possession. Emmanuel Acho expressed concern about calls for Shedeur Sanders to replace Watson, citing issues with the offensive line and overall cohesion. Browns head coach Todd Monken confirmed Watson will start next week against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, emphasizing the need for improved execution from the entire offense. A strong performance in Tampa could alleviate quarterback debate, but another poor showing would intensify scrutiny.

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By the Numbers

•Browns lost to Jaguars 34-10 on September 16, 2026.
•Cleveland recorded only one first down before halftime.
•Deshaun Watson's performance included one touchdown and one interception.
•Emmanuel Acho warned against rushing Shedeur Sanders into starting role.
•Watson to remain starter against Tampa Bay Buccaneers next week.

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5:14 PMYahoo Sports — Emmanuel Acho drops ‘Tom Brady reincarnated’ warning in Browns’ Shedeur Sanders debate

What they're saying

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Calls for Shedeur Sanders were always going to grow louder if Cleveland stumbled out of the gate. A 34-10 loss to Jacksonville was about as bad a start as the Browns could have scripted. Deshaun Watson threw an interception on Cleveland’s opening possession, the Browns managed only one first down before halftime and Jacksonville raced […] The post Emmanuel Acho drops ‘Tom Brady reincarnated’ warning in Browns’ Shedeur Sanders debate appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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