Deshaun Watson

Browns owner Jimmy Haslam said he believes Deshaun Watson has a “great chance” to succeed this season under HC Todd Monken.

Fantasy Impact

It appears likely to be a quarterback battle between Watson and Shedeur Sanders this offseason. Watson has appeared in 19 games for Cleveland since he signed a five-year deal in 2022. He is working his way back from a torn Achilles.

The Browns restructured the contract of QB Deshaun Watson.

Fantasy Impact

Cleveland is expected to free up nearly $36 million in cap space after lowering Watson's $80.716M cap hit. He is expected to compete with Shedeur Sanders for the starting QB job in Cleveland this offseason.

Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said QB Deshaun Watson won’t be activated from the PUP list.

Fantasy Impact

This has been the expectation despite Watson being designated to return and being back in practice. It is unclear where he fits in the quarterback plans for Cleveland next season. It will be a situation to monitor in the offseason.

Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said a decision on activating QB Deshaun Watson to the 53-man roster will be made next week.

Fantasy Impact

Watson has been practicing the last couple of weeks after being designated to return. The deadline to activate him from PUP is next Tuesday.

Deshaun Watson (Achilles) remained limited for another practice session on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

The Browns continue to let Watson practice in a limited fashion, although they have no intention of letting him suit up and see any real action over the last few weeks of the season. Rookie Shedeur Sanders will likely close out the season for Cleveland, assuming he remains healthy.