Dion Dawkins praises Deshaun Watson after joint practice
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Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Buffalo Bills left tackle Dion Dawkins expressed strong support for Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson following a joint practice between the two teams in Berea, Ohio, on August 20, 2026. Dawkins noted that Watson still has the ability to perform at a high level, despite recent struggles and injuries. Watson's last significant game was in 2020, and his career has been hindered by injuries, including an Achilles tear in 2024. As he prepares for the upcoming season, Watson aims to show improvement and secure his future in the league, especially given his limited appearances in recent years.
- •Dion Dawkins praised Deshaun Watson's capabilities at joint practice.
- •Watson faced first-team defenders for the first time in nearly two years.
- •He aims to bounce back after injuries sidelined him for multiple seasons.
- •Watson's future may depend on his performance in the upcoming season.
- •The Bills and Browns held the practice in Berea, Ohio on August 20.
- 1:24 AMYahoo Sports — Deshaun Watson receives huge praise from Bills 5x Pro Bowl OT
- 12:25 AMYahoo Sports — Bills OT Dion Dawkins Offers Unexpected Praise for Browns’ Deshaun Watson
"Dion Dawkins still believes in Deshaun Watson. The NFL star delivered a strong message after the Buffalo Bills’ joint practice with the Cleveland Browns on Thursday. Dawkins, a veteran offensive tackle and five-time Pro Bowler, described Watson as “still him.”…
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 1:24 AMDeshaun Watson receives huge praise from Bills 5x Pro Bowl OT
Dion Dawkins still believes in Deshaun Watson. The NFL star delivered a strong message after the Buffalo Bills’ joint practice with the Cleveland Browns on Thursday. Dawkins, a veteran offensive tackle and five-time Pro Bowler, described Watson as “still him.”…
- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 12:25 AMBills OT Dion Dawkins Offers Unexpected Praise for Browns’ Deshaun Watson
Buffalo Bills left tackle Dion Dawkins offered high praise for Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson after joint practice on Thursday. The post Bills OT Dion Dawkins Offers Unexpected Praise for Browns’ Deshaun Watson appeared first on HEAVY.
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