Deshaun Watson's Rough Start: Browns QB Throws Interception Early in 2026 Season

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson's 2026 season got off to a rocky start with an interception on the fifth snap against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Watson completed two passes on the Browns' first four plays, but disaster struck when Jaguars linebacker Foyesade Oluokun intercepted a pass intended for an unknown target. The interception gave the Jaguars possession at their 41-yard line. The Browns were already facing a tumultuous few weeks after fans booed Watson during the preseason, prompting a response from the quarterback. Watson apologized for his remarks, but the comments still cast a dark cloud over the team. Former New York Jets and Buffalo Bills head coach Rex Ryan suggested that the Browns should have benched or even cut Watson due to his comments. The team's backup quarterback, Shedeur Sanders, is waiting in the wings if things go awry for Watson.