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Monken Says Watson Booing Won’t Change Browns Starter Decision

8/24/2026

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Coach Todd Monken said Watson's booing remarks will not affect his starter decision.
Monken announced the Browns will name the Week 1 starter tomorrow.
Watson completed 5 of 12 passes for 35 yards and threw an interception in the preseason loss to Buffalo.
Monken described Watson's comments as “emptying his heart,” attributing them to frustration over his performance.
Watson missed the 2025 season after a torn Achilles suffered in October 2024.

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Coach Todd Monken said Watson's booing remarks will not affect his starter decision.
Monken announced the Browns will name the Week 1 starter tomorrow.
Watson completed 5 of 12 passes for 35 yards and threw an interception in the preseason loss to Buffalo.
Monken described Watson's comments as “emptying his heart,” attributing them to frustration over his performance.
Watson missed the 2025 season after a torn Achilles suffered in October 2024.