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Browns Evaluate Watson's Future Amid Injury Concerns

1/13/2026

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The Cleveland Browns will evaluate Deshaun Watson, 30, for the 2026 season, given his $46 million contract and injury/suspension history since joining in 2022.
He missed the 2025 season with a torn Achilles.
The Browns plan to let Watson compete for a roster spot in offseason workouts with Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel, and he may mentor them, with time determined by recovery and new coaching staff.

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Story summary

The Cleveland Browns will evaluate Deshaun Watson, 30, for the 2026 season, given his $46 million contract and injury/suspension history since joining in 2022.
He missed the 2025 season with a torn Achilles.
The Browns plan to let Watson compete for a roster spot in offseason workouts with Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel, and he may mentor them, with time determined by recovery and new coaching staff.