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Deshaun Watson dismisses Cleveland fans' opinions as starting QB race tightens

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 2:03 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Deshaun Watson dismisses Cleveland fans' opinions as starting QB race tightens

Summary

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson stated he is unconcerned about fan reception ahead of his return from injury. As preseason approaches, head coach Todd Monken faces a decision between Watson and second-year QB Shedeur Sanders. Following a preseason game against the Chicago Bears, analysts suggest Watson is performing better. A third preseason game against the Buffalo Bills looms, where more clarity on the QB competition may emerge.

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By the Numbers

•Watson expressed indifference to fan opinions on his return.
•Cleveland's QB competition features Watson and Shedeur Sanders.
•Analysts praised Watson's performance in the first preseason game.
•Watson's first return game is against the Bills this weekend.
•Monken has yet to name a starting quarterback for the season.

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2:03 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I don’t care’: Deshaun Watson makes feelings on Browns fans crystal clear

What they're saying

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First-year Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken still has to make a decision on who Cleveland’s starting quarterback will be for this season. The job is largely viewed as a two-horse race between veteran Deshaun Watson and second-year quarterback Shedeur Sanders. However, as the season approaches, all signs are pointing toward Watson having the edge…
— Yahoo Sports

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