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Deshaun Watson throws terrible INT on third pass attempt of season

Deshaun Watson experienced a disastrous beginning to his 2026 campaign during the Cleveland Browns' Week 1 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Marking his initial regular-season start since 2024, the veteran quarterback threw an interception on second-and-5 during his team's inaugural possession, having attempted only three passes in the contest.

The critical miscue instantly reignited public friction surrounding head coach Todd Monken's decision to name Watson the starter approximately three weeks prior over second-year backup Shedeur Sanders. Following an offseason quarterback duel that general manager Andrew Berry had to defend against claims of favoritism, spectator demands for Sanders quickly resurfaced amid the opening-drive blunder, despite previous backing for Watson from figures such as Michael Vick.