Monken expects Watson to start Sunday for Browns against Bucs

Decision followed Monken's film review.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 141 min read

#Browns coach Todd Monken told reporters that QB Deshaun Watson is expected to start Sunday against the #Bucs, based on Via @RapSheet on X

What happened: Todd Monken said Deshaun Watson is expected to open at quarterback Sunday against Tampa Bay. Monken tied the decision to his review of Watson's film. Cleveland goes into that game after a 34-10 final against Jacksonville.

Why it matters: The announcement gives Cleveland a defined quarterback plan after the Browns scored 10 in that loss. It also keeps the focus on Cleveland's offensive execution heading into the Buccaneers matchup.

By the numbers: Cleveland scored 10 in the final against Jacksonville. Cam Little had the game-high 10 points, while Andre Szmyt scored 3.

What to watch: Watson's status will firm up when Cleveland sets its game-day quarterback plan for Sunday. Tampa Bay is the next test for Monken's film-review call.

Sources

@RapSheet 2026-09-14T18:06:15.406451+00:00

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