Deshaun Watson starts at quarterback for Cleveland Browns in week one

Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken confirmed Deshaun Watson will start at quarterback for the team’s season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 13. Watson returns to the field for his first regular-season appearance in nearly two years following surgeries to repair an Achilles injury. While Shedeur Sanders remains the primary backup on the official depth chart, the team is considering using Taylen Green in specialty packages due to his mobility. Monken cited Watson's experience in managing complex pre-snap operations as the primary reason for the decision. Watson faces scrutiny early in the season as the team navigates a stretch that includes road games against the Jacksonville Jaguars and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. If the offense struggles during these initial contests, the team may face pressure to reconsider its quarterback arrangement.

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