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2 winners and 5 losers from Browns’ blowout loss to Jaguars to begin the Todd Monken era in Cleveland

2 winners and 5 losers from Browns’ blowout loss to Jaguars to begin the Todd Monken era in Cleveland

The Cleveland Browns are 0-1 to begin the season after a lopsided loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Deshaun Watson’s 2026 debut leaves major doubt for what’s ahead.

Deshaun Watson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 13
Deshaun Watson gets mocked for his sideline move amid struggles

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 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.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

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?

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz
The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz
The 'NFL yards-from-scrimmage leaders' quiz
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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

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 / 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
NFL News / Yardbarker
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

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 / Yardbarker / September 13
Three rookies the Browns will need to rely on in 2026

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
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The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz
 The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz
The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
 The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz
Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 12
Shedeur Sanders may not get a chance with Browns for a long time

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
The 'Fewest passing-yards by a Pro Bowler' quiz
Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 12
5 Browns Storylines To Watch for Against the Jaguars

5 Browns Storylines To Watch for Against the Jaguars

September arrived and now the games matter. The Cleveland Browns are heading south to begin the 2026 season against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Browns are underdogs by 8.5 points, but there are plenty of reasons to tune in and pay attention to the orange and brown’s first game.

Cleveland Browns News / Viral Sports News / September 12
Cleveland Browns Make Two Roster Moves Before Jaguars Game

Cleveland Browns Make Two Roster Moves Before Jaguars Game

The Cleveland Browns called up two defensive players from the practice squad Saturday as they finished getting ready for Sunday’s season opener and Todd Monken’s first regular-season game as head coach.

Cleveland Browns News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 12
Insider calls Browns HC Todd Monken’s bluff on Taylen Green QB2 threat

Insider calls Browns HC Todd Monken’s bluff on Taylen Green QB2 threat

The Cleveland Browns’ quarterback situation was one of the most interesting storylines of training camp, but many fans were surprised when Todd Monken eventually named Deshaun Watson the starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders.

Cleveland Browns News / EssentiallySports / September 12
Andrew Berry Denies Influencing Deshaun Watson Decision as Browns’ GM Makes Strong Todd Monken Claim

Andrew Berry Denies Influencing Deshaun Watson Decision as Browns’ GM Makes Strong Todd Monken Claim

There was a heavy public consensus that naming quarterback Deshaun Watson the starter for the 2026 season was largely the front office’s decision. In other words, many believed Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry and owner Jimmy Haslam wanted Watson as the starter because of their “big swing and miss” on his contract.

Nathaniel Watson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Browns Elevate CB D’Angelo Ross & LB Nathaniel Watson For Week 1

The Browns announced that they have elevated CB D’Angelo Ross and LB Nathaniel Watson for Week 1 of the regular season. Ross, 29, went undrafted out of New Mexico in 2019.

Cleveland Browns News / Viral Sports News / September 12
Browns Terminate Contract of 23-Year-Old Pass Rusher

Browns Terminate Contract of 23-Year-Old Pass Rusher

The Cleveland Browns have released defensive lineman Tyreak Sapp from the practice squad/injured list, ending his brief tenure with the organization just days into the 2026 regular season, via the NFL transaction log.

Cleveland Browns News / TWSN / September 11
Jared Verse Puts Trevor Lawrence on Notice Ahead of Cleveland Browns Debut

Jared Verse Puts Trevor Lawrence on Notice Ahead of Cleveland Browns Debut

Jared Verse has yet to play a regular-season snap for the Cleveland Browns, but he has already made his message clear for the season. Ahead of Cleveland’s Week 1 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Verse already is giving out warnings, and it starts with Trevor Lawrence.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 11
Deshaun Watson has major hurdle in Browns' season opener

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

Deshaun Watson is finally healthy and ready to take the field with the Cleveland Browns and show that he's the right fit to serve as this franchise's quarterback.

Deshaun Watson is fighting a speeding ticket
Browns insider shares Deshaun Watson leash update amid Shedeur Sanders speculation
Browns to make 'inevitable' Shedeur Sanders move after Deshaun Watson decision
Browns OC Travis Switzer remains confident in Deshaun Watson
The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz
Austin Barber News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 11
Browns Rookie Austin Barber Reacts to News He’ll Start in Week 1

Browns Rookie Austin Barber Reacts to News He’ll Start in Week 1

The Cleveland Browns were dealt a spell of bad news ahead of the team's Week 1 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. On Friday, Sept. 11, the Browns confirmed that offensive lineman Teven Jenkins, who played 17 games in the orange and brown in 2025, would be inactive for the coming weekend.

Jamari Thrash News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 11

Browns Waiving WR Jamari Thrash From IR

Per Scott Petrak, the Browns are waiving WR Jamari Thrash from injured reserve. Thrash, 25, started his college career at Georgia State before transferring to Louisville.

Travis Bell News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 10
Browns Waive DT Travis Bell From IR

Browns Waive DT Travis Bell From IR

Per Chris Easterling, the Browns have waived DT Travis Bell from injured reserve. Bell, 27, is a former seventh-round pick by the Bears in the 2023 NFL Draft out of Kennesaw State.

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