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Todd Monken Defends Sloppy Performance from Deshaun Watson

The Cleveland Browns were beaten badly in week one by the Jacksonville Jaguars, and quarterback Deshaun Watson was a primary reason for that. After the Browns lost 34-10 on Sunday, the immediate belief amongst Browns fans has been that Watson contributed heavily to their stagnant and lackluster offensive outing.

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32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

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Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 13

Three Takeaways From the Browns Brutal Week One Loss to Jacksonville

The Cleveland Browns started the season off in the most Browns way possible, getting humiliated on the road to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Todd Monken’s first game as the Browns head coach was rough and now they’ll be facing even more questions as to where the team goes from here.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 13

Browns Get Brutal Update on Injured Playmaker After Jaguars Loss

The Cleveland Browns absorbed a 34-10 season-opening loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, then received more discouraging news about running back Dylan Sampson once the game ended.

Deshaun Watson News / Field Level Media / September 13

Deshaun Watson done after Week 1 disaster? Browns to 'watch the tape'

Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken shielded quarterback Deshaun Watson from taking the blame alone for a 34-10 loss at Jacksonville on Sunday. "I'd rather just speak about today, because I haven't had time to even look at the tape," Monken said.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Cleveland Browns News / A to Z Sports / September 13

Cleveland Browns may have lost more than just a game against the Jaguars with latest injury update

The Browns were beat badly by the Jaguars to start the season, and it looks like the Browns have one injury to worry about coming away from the game. The Cleveland Browns were on the wrong side of a lopsided loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars to begin the 2026 NFL season.

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Deshaun Watson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 13

Deshaun Watson gets mocked for his sideline move amid struggles

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson got off to a terrible start in his Week 1 outing against the Jacksonville Jaguars, and fans thought he had the most pathetic reaction to it.

Deshaun Watson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 13

Rex Ryan blasts Browns’ handling of Deshaun Watson

Rex Ryan is among those who feel the Cleveland Browns have botched their handling of their quarterback situation. During Sunday’s edition of “ESPN NFL Countdown,” the former New York Jets coach said he would have cut Deshaun Watson instead of rewarding him with a starting job after Watson’s comments about Cleveland fans.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13

Browns' Watson throws awful INT on first drive of 2026 season

Browns QB Deshaun Watson proves critics right, throws awful interception on first drive of 2026 season

Many thought the Cleveland Browns made a mistake by naming Watson their starting quarterback. He showed why on the team's opening drive in Week 1.

Browns insider shares Deshaun Watson leash update amid Shedeur Sanders speculation

Three rookies the Browns will need to rely on in 2026

Shedeur Sanders may not get a chance with Browns for a long time

The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 13

Three rookies the Browns will need to rely on in 2026

Here are three players that the Browns need to step up as rookies.

Browns OC Travis Switzer remains confident in Deshaun Watson

Shedeur Sanders may not get a chance with Browns for a long time

Three one-on-one NFL matchups that could decide Week 1 showdowns

Deshaun Watson has major hurdle in Browns' season opener vs. Jaguars

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 12

Shedeur Sanders may not get a chance with Browns for a long time

Despite his history of injuries, subpar performances, and his run-in with the fan base, the Cleveland Browns will roll with Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback.

Deshaun Watson has major hurdle in Browns' season opener vs. Jaguars

Browns insider shares Deshaun Watson leash update amid Shedeur Sanders speculation

Browns OC Travis Switzer remains confident in Deshaun Watson

Three one-on-one NFL matchups that could decide Week 1 showdowns

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