Todd Monken on Deshaun Watson: I still see him as a very young player who will continue to grow
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Key Points:
- Deshaun Watson delivered one of his best performances since joining the Cleveland Browns, leading the team to a 23-19 win over Tampa Bay with 238 passing yards, two touchdowns, and 22 rushing yards.
- Browns head coach Todd Monken named Watson the offensive player of the game and praised his confidence and improvement from Week 1 to Week 2.
- Despite reports that Cleveland might evaluate other quarterbacks like Shedeur Sanders, Watson is expected to start in the upcoming home opener against Carolina.
- Monken acknowledged ongoing quarterback scrutiny but emphasized Watson’s potential for continued growth and consistency as he adapts to the Browns' system.
- Although Watson is 31 and an experienced NFL player, Monken views him as still developing, and continued strong performances could solidify his starting role and validate the coach’s decision.
