Watson tests his mobility at Browns practice

Cleveland has named him its Week 1 starter.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 251 min read

Deshaun Watson trying to show he still has wheels #Browns https://t.co/0X0foYYiuB Via @RuiterWrongFAN on X

What happened: Watson worked on his movement Tuesday during the final stretch of the 2026 preseason. The practice comes as Cleveland prepares for its opener.

Why it matters: His return to the top of the depth chart carries added weight with a $40.9 million cap hit this season. His mobility remains part of the evaluation before Week 1.

By the numbers: Watson’s PFF grade peaked at 92.4; each of his three post-trade marks was below 70.

What to watch: Cleveland’s remaining preseason work will offer the next indication of how Watson will be used in the opener.

Sources

@RuiterWrongFAN 2026-08-25T19:14:42.630950+00:00

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