What happened: Watson won the job ahead of the 2026 season opener. He completed 5 of 12 passes with an interception in Saturday's preseason game.
Why it matters: The decision settles the preseason quarterback competition. Watson's three post-trade PFF grades have all finished below 70.
By the numbers: Watson went 5-for-12 with one interception Saturday. His PFF grade peaked at 92.4 before the trade, while each of his three subsequent marks stayed below 70.
What to watch: The final preseason game is Thursday. Week 1 follows on Sept. 13.