ESPN research highlights low QBR totals for Deshaun Watson and Browns quarterbacks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 12:55 AM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson ended his 2024 campaign with a QBR of 21, the lowest mark among league starters with at least five appearances. ESPN research further identified that teammates Sanders and Dillon Gabriel also recorded the league's bottom two QBR figures last season. These three players represent the primary quarterback options for the team heading into the 2026 season. The organization enters the current year with an overhauled roster and a new coaching staff following an offseason of reflection. Although the team intends to address the position through the 2027 draft, the current depth chart remains a primary focus as the regular season begins.
- •Deshaun Watson recorded a 21 QBR during the 2024 season.
- •Sanders and Dillon Gabriel posted the two lowest QBR figures in the league last year.
- •The three quarterbacks comprise the current depth chart for the 2026 season.
- •The team plans to pursue a replacement quarterback in the 2027 draft.
- 12:55 AMYahoo Sports — ESPN research shares bad stat regarding Browns QB Deshaun Watson
"Deshaun Watson has not played well but one stat really takes that idea to another level.
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