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Deshaun Watson discusses mental health recovery and Browns' strong start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 1:05 AM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Deshaun Watson discusses mental health recovery and Browns' strong start

Summary

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson addressed his journey back from mental health struggles and injuries in a recent interview. After tearing his right Achilles twice, he has played a key role in the Browns' unexpected 2-1 record this season. Watson highlighted that the toughest aspect of his recovery was mental, not physical, as he felt increasingly challenged by fan support and expectations. Ahead of Week 4, he aims to continue his form against the Pittsburgh Steelers, potentially elevating the Browns in the AFC North.

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•Watson has returned from two Achilles tears to start for the Browns.
•The Browns are 2-1 in the 2026 season so far.
•He cited mental health as a major challenge during his recovery.
•Watson aims for a strong performance against the Steelers in Week 4.
•He is receiving regular mental health support to aid his recovery.

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1:05 AMYahoo Sports — ‘I Was Dealing With a Lot,’ ‘It Was Hard’ — Browns QB Deshaun Watson Opens Up About Bouncing Back From Mental Health Struggles

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Deshaun Watson worked his way back from tearing his right Achilles twice to earn his starting quarterback job and lead the Browns to a surprising 2-1 start in 2026. Watson spoke with Taylor Rooks about how he overcame these obstacles mentally and bounced back from potentially career-altering injuries.
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