Todd Monken is gearing up to name his starting quarterback on Monday. Yeah, you heard that right, *Monday*. He just confirmed it in a Sunday press conference, laying out his plan to pick the guy who’ll be under center for the squad. This isn’t just some casual announcement; it’s the foundation for everything this season. We’re talking about who steers the ship.
The Urgent Call Coming
Monken told reporters via Zoom that he still has “a few things to weigh out” before making the final call. What are they, man? He didn’t spill the specifics, but the timeline is set. “We anticipate naming a starter tomorrow,” he said. The season is already in motion, and getting this QB situation locked down is mission critical. Every decision at this position sends ripples through the entire roster and fan base. This isn’t just about a player; it’s about the offense’s identity.
Watson’s Shadow And Monken’s Stance
Now, here’s where it gets *really* interesting, and frankly, a bit wild. Monken was asked directly about Deshaun Watson’s postgame comments from Saturday, specifically about the fans booing him and, get this, even cheering when he suffered a torn Achilles tendon back in 2024. And what did Monken say? He flat out stated those incredibly polarizing comments will *not* be a factor in his decision. Not a factor!
Then came the question about the Week 3 home opener. What if the fans respond negatively if Watson is named the starter? Monken’s response? “I’m not concerned about that.” He doubled down, saying his only concern is “us playing well, as a team and on offense. Because when you play well, none of the other stuff matters.”
But here’s the thing, and the article itself points this out: Monken is clearly looking at this purely “from a football perspective.” Which, sure, is *fine* for a coach. But the Watson situation? Man, that’s “far more complicated than that.” There’s an “ugly” history there, a history that “predates Monken’s hiring,” and it apparently “reached a low point on Saturday.” To act like none of that noise matters, or that it won’t impact how the team plays, feels like a massive oversight. It’s a huge gamble.
The Day Of Reckoning
So, come Monday, we get the answer. Monken’s putting his stake in the ground. Will his “football perspective” strategy pay off, or is the team heading into a storm with the baggage Watson brings, regardless of his on-field talent? Get ready, because this is a fascinating start to the season.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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