Deshaun Watson: Preseason video games nice alternative to showcase what I can do

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson mentioned on Saturday that his efficiency in coaching camp to this point has “been decent” and that he has his eyes on the subsequent steps in his push to win the beginning job in Cleveland.

The staff will maintain its first follow in pads on Monday and that may carry Watson nearer to being in a sport for the primary time since tearing his Achilles halfway via the 2024 season. Watson tore the Achilles once more whereas rehabbing and he advised reporters that he’s anticipating an opportunity to point out how far he’s come when the staff begins enjoying preseason video games.

“I’m looking forward to it,” Watson mentioned, by way of a transcript from the staff. “I haven’t played football in a long time, so for me, it doesn’t matter how long I play or how many games I play, I just want to play football. A lot of people wrote me off and said I wouldn’t be playing football again after two Achilles injuries. I’m proving that wrong and proving myself right. It’s a great opportunity for me to get out there and showcase what I can do.”

Watson mentioned he has no concept when head coach Todd Monken will make a name about who begins in Week 1 between him and Shedeur Sanders, which might make their preseason outcomes a significant factor in how issues play out in Cleveland.