Browns struggle in season opener, fans call for Monken's dismissal

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 4:06 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Browns struggle in season opener, fans call for Monken's dismissal
Summary

The Cleveland Browns lost 34-10 to the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. Quarterback Deshaun Watson struggled, throwing one touchdown and one interception, while facing relentless pressure from the Jaguars' defense. Fans expressed frustration, particularly with head coach Todd Monken's decision to start Watson over Shedeur Sanders, leading to numerous calls for Monken's firing. Watson accepted responsibility for the loss but noted the team's failure to sustain offensive drives. The Browns aim to improve in their upcoming matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Source Links
Key Details
  • Browns fall 34-10 to Jaguars in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.
  • Deshaun Watson finishes with 205 passing yards, one touchdown, and one interception.
  • Fans criticize head coach Todd Monken for starting Watson over Shedeur Sanders.
  • Cleveland prepares to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 2.
Latest Updates
  • 4:06 AMYahoo Sports‘Atrocious Football,’ ‘Circus Run by Clowns’ — Calls Mount for Browns To ‘Fire’ HC Todd Monken As Fans Slam Deshaun Watson-Shedeur Sanders Decision
What they're saying
"

The Cleveland Browns had a nightmare start to the 2026 season, falling 34-10 to the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1. Much of the frustration revolved around quarterback Deshaun Watson and head coach Todd Monken.

Related Teams & Leagues

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days