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Browns Keep Deshaun Watson Starting After Week 2 Loss

By Drooid · Sep 14, 2026, 11:41 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

The Browns kept Deshaun Watson as starter for Week 2 after a 34-10 loss.
Coach Todd Monken said the review confirmed Watson deserved the start despite the defeat.
Watson threw for 205 yards, one touchdown, one interception and rushed for 38 yards.
He returned after 693 days missed due to two Achilles tears in 2024-2025.

History

Historical Context

In 2012 Peyton Manning returned from neck surgery, signing with the Denver Broncos and throwing for 4,659 yards, 27 touchdowns and a 13-3 record. His comeback mirrors Deshaun Watson’s 2024 return after a 693-day injury layoff, both veterans retaking starter jobs. The moves underscore the NFL’s current focus on proven quarterbacks over draft prospects.

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Story summary

The Browns kept Deshaun Watson as starter for Week 2 after a 34-10 loss.
Coach Todd Monken said the review confirmed Watson deserved the start despite the defeat.
Watson threw for 205 yards, one touchdown, one interception and rushed for 38 yards.
He returned after 693 days missed due to two Achilles tears in 2024-2025.

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