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NFL·ANALYSIS·September 13, 2026 11:11 PM ET

Todd Monken noncommittal on Deshaun Watson's starting status

Cleveland suffered a 34-10 defeat in the matchup.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 141 min read
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HC Todd Monken on whether Deshaun Watson will remain the Browns' QB1 in Week 2. https://t.co/GGzzAY0q9y Via @YahooSports on X

What happened: The Cleveland Browns head coach declined to guarantee his quarterback will remain the starter for Week 2. When asked about the position, Monken stated he preferred to focus on the immediate game and evaluate the entire roster.

Why it matters: Monken made Watson the season-opening starter in late August. A potential change under center would significantly alter the offensive approach as the team regroups.

By the numbers: The Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Cleveland Browns 34-10.

What to watch: The coaching staff will complete its evaluation before confirming a quarterback for the upcoming week.

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