Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson pleads not guilty to August speeding citation

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson pleads not guilty to August speeding citation
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Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has entered a plea of not guilty following a traffic citation issued in late August. Authorities cited Watson for allegedly operating a vehicle at 86 mph in a 60 mph zone on August 26. The incident occurred prior to the start of the current NFL season. Watson remains on the active roster for the Browns as the team prepares for its upcoming schedule. No further details regarding potential legal consequences or team-imposed discipline have been released following the plea. The organization has not issued a statement regarding the citation as of September 10.

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  • Deshaun Watson received a speeding citation on August 26.
  • The quarterback was allegedly driving 86 mph in a 60 mph zone.
  • Watson entered a not guilty plea to the charge.
  • The incident occurred during the lead-up to the current NFL season.
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  • 4:37 AMESPNBrowns QB Watson cited for speeding in August, pleads not guilty
  • 4:21 AMYahoo SportsBrowns QB Deshaun Watson cited for speeding, pleads not guilty ahead of season opener
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Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson entered a not guilty plea after being cited for allegedly driving 86 mph in a 60 mph zone on Aug. 26.

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Deshaun Watson was allegedly driving 86 mph in a 60 mph zone on a Cleveland-area interstate last month.

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