Shedeur Sanders criticizes booing of Deshaun Watson during preseason start
NBCSports.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 11:48 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
During a preseason game, Shedeur Sanders voiced disapproval of fans who booed quarterback Deshaun Watson. The theory circulating about Watson's start is that it occurred because the game was not held in Cleveland, raising questions about fan sentiment towards him. The incident reflects ongoing concerns regarding Watson's reception among supporters. The implications of Watson's performance may carry weight as the season progresses.
- •Shedeur Sanders criticized booing directed at Deshaun Watson.
- •Watson reportedly started due to the game being away from Cleveland.
- •Fan reactions may affect team morale moving forward.
- 11:48 PMNBCSports.com — Shedeur Sanders didn’t appreciate the booing of Deshaun Watson - NBC Sports
"There was a theory that quarterback Deshaun Watson got his preseason start last week because the game was not being played in Cleveland.
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