Deshaun Watson addresses Browns fans after 2024 injury and boos
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 12:04 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson spoke to fans on June 11, addressing their boos during his last appearance in 2024, when he suffered a season-ending Achilles tear. While Watson is back with the team for the 2026 season, he acknowledged that he cannot control others' opinions. He stated he has matured and is in a better mental space ahead of his return. Watson is competing for the starting quarterback position against Shedeur Sanders under new head coach Todd Monken, following a 2025 season where three quarterbacks were utilized as he was sidelined.
- •Watson suffered an Achilles tear during a game against the Bengals in 2024.
- •Browns fans booed Watson as he was carted off the field after his injury.
- •Watson has played 19 games for the Browns, with limited success.
- •He will compete with Shedeur Sanders for the starting quarterback role in 2026.
- •Watson reports being in a better mental space heading into the new season.
- 12:04 AMYahoo Sports — Browns' QB Deshaun Watson addresses fans 'booing' after 2024 injury
"Cleveland Browns' quarterback Deshaun Watson addressed the fans 'booing' after his season-ending injury back in 2024.
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