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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.

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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

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

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.

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The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

There have been 22 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for 4,500 yards and 15 interceptions in the same season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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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.

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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.

Deshaun Watson News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 12

Best and Worst Case Scenarios for Deshaun Watson in Browns’ Week 1 Game vs Jaguars

As Deshaun Watson is gearing up to tie Baker Mayfield for most Week 1 starts for the Cleveland Browns since 1999 with his third season opener for the franchise, all eyes will be glued on No.

Cleveland Browns News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Todd Monken Shares Update Following Shedeur Sanders Announcement

The Cleveland Browns will enter Week 1 with Deshaun Watson starting at quarterback and rookie Shedeur Sanders serving as his backup for Sunday’s road matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Cleveland Browns News / ClevelandBrownsCommunity / September 12

Browns Rookie Denzel Boston Clears Feelings on QB1 Deshaun Watson

The Cleveland Browns’ decision to name Deshaun Watson their QB1 has attracted plenty of criticism. Browns fans had made their preference clear, with many wanting rookie Shedeur Sanders to receive the starting job instead.

Cleveland Browns News / EssentiallySports / September 11

'The Love of the Game Just Left': Shedeur Sanders Reveals How Dad Deion Ended His Baseball Career

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders sat down for a rapid-fire round of “Deflected” this week, the YouTube segment where NBA and NFL players answer awkward personal questions or risk getting scored on in NBA 2K26.

Cleveland Browns News / The Spun / September 12

Michael Vick 'glad' Shedeur Sanders wasn't named starter for Browns

Former NFL quarterback Michael Vick believes it’s a good thing Shedeur Sanders didn’t win the starting job for the Cleveland Browns.

Browns OC Travis Switzer remains confident in Deshaun Watson

Browns insider shares Deshaun Watson leash update amid Shedeur Sanders speculation

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

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Cleveland Browns News / Viral Sports News / September 12

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.

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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 / TWSN / September 11

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 / Athlon Sports / September 11

Browns' Teven Jenkins out for Week 1 in Jacksonville, Parker Brailsford Questionable

Cleveland Browns offensive guard Teven Jenkins, one of the lone holdovers from last season’s much-maligned offensive line, will miss the Week 1 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars after suffering a back injury in practice on Wednesday.

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Todd Monken News / Athlon Sports / September 11

Todd Monken Shares Special Moment Before Browns-Jaguars Game

Todd Monken and the Cleveland Browns are opening a new chapter, and the first-year head coach has already made his biggest call. Monken tabbed veteran Deshaun Watson as his starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders, sticking with the player who signed a fully guaranteed five-year, $230 million deal back in March 2022.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 11

This Browns Second-Year Offensive Threat Poised for a Big 2026 Season

This past offseason, the Cleveland Browns added plenty of talent to the offensive side of the ball. The front office drafted a few key rookies, with offensive lineman Spencer Fano and wideout KC Concepcion standing out as the primary faces of the class, while also adding a few experienced bodies in free agency.

Cleveland Browns News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 11

Browns Worked Out Seven Offensive Players

Per the NFL Transactions wire, the Browns hosted seven offensive players for workouts on Friday, including five offensive linemen and two tight ends.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 11

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

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Austin Barber News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 11

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.

Jared Verse News / A to Z Sports / September 11

Browns DE Jared Verse has sent a strong message at the Jaguars that he now has no choice but to back up

The Cleveland Browns are on the road against the Jacksonville Jaguars to start the season. Jared Verse’s comment just added a new layer to the Week 1 matchup.

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.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 11

Browns insider shares Deshaun Watson leash update amid Shedeur Sanders speculation

Deshaun Watson has not yet attempted a regular-season pass this month, but pockets of Cleveland Browns fans are nevertheless already wondering when first-year

Deshaun Watson opens up about making regular-season return vs. Jaguars

Shedeur Sanders gets final verdict on Browns QB status from Todd Monken

Cleveland Browns News / Athlon Sports / September 11

Cleveland Browns Practice Report for Thursday Week 1

The Cleveland Browns completed practice on Thursday in very similar shape to how they ended up the session on Wednesday. In fact, there were very few changes, and linebacker Carson Schwesinger was able to practice in full for a second consecutive day.

Travis Bell News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 10

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.

Cleveland Browns News / TWSN / September 10

Cleveland Browns Pass on QB in Recent 2027 NFL Mock Draft

At this point, everyone knows about the Cleveland Browns‘ struggle to find a franchise quarterback. However, in this Tankathon 2027 NFL mock draft, despite having a top-5 pick, Cleveland would pass on a quarterback in that spot. When looking at this on the surface, you would think that’s a bad move.