Deshaun Watson makes preseason debut with Browns against Bears
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 10:31 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Deshaun Watson returned to the field for the Cleveland Browns in their preseason opener against the Chicago Bears on August 15. This appearance marked Watson's first game since suffering an Achilles tear in October 2024. In the first quarter, he completed 8 of 9 passes for 102 yards, finishing with a passer rating of 113.9. Watson's performance included two rushing attempts for three yards. The game is part of Watson's competition with Shedeur Sanders for the starting quarterback position. Sanders is slated to play after Watson in this matchup, and they will switch roles in the next preseason game against the Buffalo Bills.
- •Watson went 8-of-9 for 102 yards in the first quarter.
- •He had a passer rating of 113.9.
- •Watson ran the ball twice for three yards.
- •He was not sacked during his time on the field.
- •Sanders will follow Watson in the game against the Bears.
- 10:31 PMYahoo Sports — How Browns QB Deshaun Watson handled his 1st game action since 2024
- 6:59 PMNBCSports.com — Deshaun Watson throws for 126 yards in 2026 preseason debut - NBC Sports
- 5:45 PMYahoo Sports — Browns QB Deshaun Watson stats & numbers in preseason game vs. Bears
"In competition with Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson started the first preseason game for the Browns on Saturday against the Bears and played the entire first half.
"Deshaun Warson made his first appearance since the 2024 season in the Browns' preseason opener in Chicago. Here's a look at his stats from the game.
"Deshaun Watson took the field for the first time since his 2024 Achilles injury, and made his claim to start in the loss to the Bears.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 10:31 PMHow Browns QB Deshaun Watson handled his 1st game action since 2024
Deshaun Watson took the field for the first time since his 2024 Achilles injury, and made his claim to start in the loss to the Bears.
- NBCSports.comAug 15, 2026, 6:59 PMDeshaun Watson throws for 126 yards in 2026 preseason debut - NBC Sports
In competition with Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson started the first preseason game for the Browns on Saturday against the Bears and played the entire first half.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 5:45 PMBrowns QB Deshaun Watson stats & numbers in preseason game vs. Bears
Deshaun Warson made his first appearance since the 2024 season in the Browns' preseason opener in Chicago. Here's a look at his stats from the game.
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