Deshaun Watson calls boos from Browns fans ‘a disrespectful thing’ after preseason loss
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson was booed multiple times by a sparse home crowd during his first game action in Cleveland in 22 months, facing criticism despite it being a preseason game against the Buffalo Bills.
- Watson finished the game with a poor performance, completing 5-of-12 passes for 35 yards and one interception, resulting in a quarterback rating of 14.6.
- Watson expressed that the boos felt personal and disrespectful, referencing past negative fan reactions, including when he suffered a torn Achilles at the same stadium, but stated he remains patient and focused.
- Watson is competing with Shedeur Sanders for the Browns' starting quarterback role, with Sanders showing a strong performance in the game, completing 9-of-11 passes for 74 yards and a touchdown.
- Browns coach Todd Monken indicated that the starting quarterback decision will likely be made early next week, with many starters, including the offensive line, sitting out the preseason game.
