Deshaun Watson throws opening drive interception for Cleveland Browns
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Last updated Sep 13, 2026
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson threw an interception on his team's first possession of the season during Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The turnover occurred on Watson's third pass of the day, as he attempted to find wide receiver Jerry Jeudy near the 10-yard line. Jacksonville linebacker Foyesade Oluokun secured the ball, and the Jaguars capitalized on the turnover with an ensuing touchdown drive to take a 7-0 lead. Watson, who missed the 2025 season with a torn Achilles, was named the starter by head coach Todd Monken over Shedeur Sanders following a competition in training camp. The veteran quarterback has now played 20 games for Cleveland since joining the team in 2022. He remains under contract with the franchise, which faces a significant dead cap hit for his deal in 2027.
- •Deshaun Watson threw an interception on the Browns' first offensive drive against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
- •The turnover occurred on a pass intended for Jerry Jeudy on the game's fifth play from scrimmage.
- •Jacksonville capitalized on the interception with a touchdown to establish a 7-0 lead.
- •Watson won the starting job over Shedeur Sanders following a preseason competition.
- •The Browns face the Carolina Panthers on September 27.
- 5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Deshaun Watson throws interception on Browns' first possession of the season to set up Jaguars TD
- 5:37 PMYahoo Sports — Deshaun Watson throws terrible INT on third pass attempt of season
- 5:32 PMYahoo Sports — Deshaun Watson reignites Browns QB controversy with opening drive INT
"Deshaun Watson threw a horrible interception on the very first drive of the Cleveland Browns season. Fans on social media immediately went back to calling for him to be replaced by Shedeur Sanders. Facing second and five Watson dropped back…
"Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson threw an interception on his third pass attempt in Week 1.
"Watson threw the pick on his third regular-season pass since the 2024 season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 5:40 PMDeshaun Watson throws interception on Browns' first possession of the season to set up Jaguars TD
Watson threw the pick on his third regular-season pass since the 2024 season.
- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 5:37 PMDeshaun Watson throws terrible INT on third pass attempt of season
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson threw an interception on his third pass attempt in Week 1.
- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 5:32 PMDeshaun Watson reignites Browns QB controversy with opening drive INT
Deshaun Watson threw a horrible interception on the very first drive of the Cleveland Browns season. Fans on social media immediately went back to calling for him to be replaced by Shedeur Sanders. Facing second and five Watson dropped back…
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