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Deshaun Watson prepares for Browns season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 10:16 AM

Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Deshaun Watson prepares for Browns season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars

Summary

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is set to start in Week 1 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The game marks his first appearance since missing the entire 2025 season due to consecutive Achilles injuries. His wife, Jilly Anais Watson, confirmed her presence in Jacksonville to support him as he returns to the field. Watson secured the starting role over teammate Shedeur Sanders following an uneven preseason. The veteran faces immediate pressure to demonstrate his effectiveness under center to avoid a shift in the team's depth chart. Cleveland continues its road schedule next week with a matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Status Watch

•Deshaun Watson starts at quarterback for the Browns in the Week 1 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
•The veteran quarterback missed the entire 2025 season while recovering from two Achilles injuries.
•Todd Monken selected Watson to start over backup quarterback Shedeur Sanders.
•The Browns face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 2 and the Carolina Panthers in Week 3.
•Watson has recorded 19 touchdown passes and 12 interceptions across 19 starts since joining Cleveland in 2022.

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10:16 AMYahoo Sports — Deshaun Watson’s Wife Sends Clear Message Ahead of Browns Comeback

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The wife of Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson shared a message ahead of his comeback against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The post Deshaun Watson’s Wife Sends Clear Message Ahead of Browns Comeback appeared first on HEAVY.
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