Browns fans boo Deshaun Watson during ongoing QB battle with Shedeur Sanders

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Browns fans boo Deshaun Watson during ongoing QB battle with Shedeur Sanders
Summary

Cleveland Browns fans expressed discontent for quarterback Deshaun Watson on August 22, booing him after he threw an interception in their preseason game against the Buffalo Bills. This incident occurred during the team's 31-7 loss, with Watson completing only 5 of 12 passes for 36 yards and one interception. Watson's struggles, along with the emergence of Shedeur Sanders, have intensified questions regarding the Browns' quarterback situation ahead of Week 1. Both quarterbacks have underwhelmed during the preseason, failing to exceed 200 passing yards thus far, with more interceptions than touchdowns. Watson characterized the boos as 'personal', reflecting on past cheers from fans when he was injured on the same field.

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  • Deshaun Watson faced boos after an interception against Buffalo.
  • Watson has not exceeded 200 passing yards in preseason.
  • Shedeur Sanders also struggled, throwing fewer touchdowns than interceptions.
  • Watson claims the booing felt personal to him.
  • Browns lost to the Bills in the preseason, 31-7.
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  • 10:53 PMYahoo SportsShedeur Sanders vs. Deshaun Watson: Browns fans boo controversial veteran as QB battle rages
What they're saying
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With Week 1 rapidly approaching in Cleveland, Todd Monken and Co. have questions to answer about their QB play.

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