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Deshaun Watson's comeback narrative faces scrutiny from Robert Griffin III

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 8:02 AM

Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Deshaun Watson's comeback narrative faces scrutiny from Robert Griffin III

Summary

Deshaun Watson secured the starting quarterback role for the Cleveland Browns after missing last season. Despite a disappointing Week 1, he has shown improvement, leading game-winning drives in three consecutive games. Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III expressed doubts about labeling Watson’s situation a traditional comeback, highlighting complications from off-field controversies, including dismissed lawsuits related to sexual misconduct. The Browns aim to build on their recent success in an upcoming game against the New York Jets.

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Status Watch

•Watson completed 24 of 33 passes for 268 yards in a recent game.
•He leads the Browns after a successful preseason comeback effort.
•RGIII questions the narrative due to off-field controversies.
•Watson is in contention for Comeback Player of the Year among other candidates.
•The Browns will face the New York Jets next.

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8:02 AMYahoo Sports — ‘NFL Has a Vested Interest’ — Robert Griffin III Gets Brutally Honest About Deshaun Watson’s ‘Comeback Player of the Year’ Narrative

What they're saying

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After missing the entire last season, Deshaun Watson battled and ultimately won the Browns’ starting quarterback job over Shedeur Sanders. Despite a disappointing Week 1, he has shown shades of the quarterback who landed a fully guaranteed, $230 million deal.
— Yahoo Sports

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