League: NFL Sport: Football Country: United States Category: Scores & Results

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson faces trial for speeding citation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 9:30 AM

Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson faces trial for speeding citation

Summary

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is scheduled for a bench trial on September 23 after receiving a speeding ticket in Cleveland. The Ohio State Highway Patrol cited Watson for driving 86 mph in a 60 mph zone on August 26. Watson entered a plea of not guilty in the Cleveland Municipal Court. Legal analyst Mike Florio suggested Watson accept the ticket to resolve the issue ahead of upcoming team obligations. This legal matter occurs as Watson prepares for his first regular season start since 2024, beginning with a Week 1 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Watson is currently in the final year of his contract with the Browns.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Deshaun Watson is scheduled for a bench trial on September 23.
•The quarterback entered a not guilty plea for an August 26 speeding citation.
•The citation involved driving 86 mph in a 60 mph zone on I-480.
•Watson is preparing for a Week 1 start against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
•The player is currently in the final year of a five-year contract.

Latest Updates

9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Former Attorney Urges Deshaun Watson to Take Action in New Legal Battle

What they're saying

"
A former litigator has offered some sage advice for former Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson amid his latest legal matter. The post Former Attorney Urges Deshaun Watson to Take Action in New Legal Battle appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Houston Texans Jacksonville Jaguars Carolina Panthers NFL Football