Browns Head Coach Todd Monken just told reporters Tuesday that outside opinions won’t impact his starting quarterback decision on Deshaun Watson. With fans reportedly unhappy, Monken declared, “Absolutely not.” He emphasized his decisions have to be “what’s best for the Browns Week One, all the way through the season, and as long as I’m the head coach here.” That’s a bold line to draw!
Watson’s Uneven Road
Monken believes his focus is on improving the Browns’ chances of winning. But Deshaun Watson’s performance since joining the team hasn’t exactly helped that cause. Once a top quarterback with the Houston Texans, leading the league in passing yards in 2020 and making three straight Pro Bowls, Watson has been limited to just 19 games since arriving before the 2022 campaign due to injuries and suspension. He holds a 9-10 record in those 19 starts with 19 touchdown passes to 12 interceptions, a stark contrast to his Texans tenure.
The Unsure Alternative
If Watson isn’t performing, the issue for Monken is that Shedeur Sanders isn’t a surefire alternative. The 2025 fifth-round pick posted seven touchdown passes to 10 interceptions with an abysmal 18.9 QBR in eight rookie appearances. He looked every bit a struggling rookie, with no guarantee he’d be better than Watson. For now, Watson remains the starter. But if the veteran struggles early, fans will surely call for Sanders. Monken, though, insists that won’t impact who’s under center for the AFC North team.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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