Cleveland Browns open the 2026 NFL season against the Jacksonville Jaguars
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Last updated Sep 13, 2026
The Cleveland Browns and the Jacksonville Jaguars begin their 2026 NFL regular season today at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET. This game marks the start of the Todd Monken era for the Browns, who enter the contest seeking their first opening-day win since 1999. Quarterback Deshaun Watson returns for the Browns, marking his first regular-season appearance in 693 days. The Jaguars host the game following a 2025 season where they finished with a 13-4 record and captured the AFC South championship. Coverage is available on CBS with Tom McCarthy, Robert Turbin, and Tiffany Blackmon providing the broadcast team for the season opener.
- •The Jacksonville Jaguars host the Cleveland Browns at EverBank Stadium for the 2026 season opener.
- •Kickoff for the Week 1 game is at 1:00 p.m. ET.
- •Deshaun Watson makes his first regular-season start for the Browns in 693 days.
- •The game is available for broadcast on CBS, Paramount Plus, and NFL+.
- •The Jaguars finished the 2025 season with a 13-4 record and an AFC South title.
- 2:29 PMYahoo Sports — LIVE UPDATES: Jacksonville Jaguars take on the Cleveland Browns at EverBank Stadium
- 1:04 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars vs. Browns: Week 1 Live Blog and Open Thread
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Browns open 2026 season against Jaguars. Live Week 1 updates from Jacksonville
"The Browns open the Todd Monken Era with Deshaun Watson at quarterback against the Jaguars in Jacksonville. Updates will happen here through the game.
"Watch the Jacksonville Jaguars' home opener against the Cleveland Browns on CBS47 at 1 p.m. | Check back here for live updates during the game!
"The Jaguars and Browns kick off at 1:00 p.m. — join our live game discussion!
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 2:29 PMLIVE UPDATES: Jacksonville Jaguars take on the Cleveland Browns at EverBank Stadium
Watch the Jacksonville Jaguars' home opener against the Cleveland Browns on CBS47 at 1 p.m. | Check back here for live updates during the game!
- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 1:04 PMJaguars vs. Browns: Week 1 Live Blog and Open Thread
The Jaguars and Browns kick off at 1:00 p.m. — join our live game discussion!
- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 1:01 PMBrowns open 2026 season against Jaguars. Live Week 1 updates from Jacksonville
The Browns open the Todd Monken Era with Deshaun Watson at quarterback against the Jaguars in Jacksonville. Updates will happen here through the game.
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