What happened: Deshaun Watson will start at quarterback for the Cleveland Browns against the Houston Texans. Cleveland reinstalled Watson as starter ahead of the Week 10 contest. The matchup pits Watson against the franchise that selected him 12th overall in the 2017 draft.
Why it matters: Cleveland sits at 5-4 and holds the eighth seed in the AFC following a 23-22 loss in its last game. Houston enters after scoring 44 points in its previous victory. A win is essential for Cleveland to protect its postseason positioning in a tight conference race.
By the numbers: Through eight games in 2026, Watson has completed 163 of 249 passes for 1,806 yards, seven touchdowns, and three interceptions.
What to watch: The Browns host the Texans on Sunday as Cleveland looks to stay in playoff contention.