Cleveland Browns Football: Key Absence as Deshaun Watson Sits Out Preseason Finale
Cleveland Browns Football: Deshaun Watson's Absence
QB Deshaun Watson will not take the field for the Cleveland Browns football team's preseason finale against the Seahawks on Saturday. Watson, who has not played in any of the Browns' preseason matchups, hasn't been in game action since November 2023. After undergoing shoulder surgery for an injury sustained during the previous season, Watson spent the offseason focused on his recovery.
Progress Through Offseason
Throughout the offseason, Watson has achieved several milestones. He began by throwing every other day in offseason programs and progressed to 7-on-7 drills, followed by 11-on-11 drills during training camp. His participation in joint practices with the Vikings allowed him to take most of the reps against Minnesota's first-team defense.
Recent Practice Performance
- Watson participated in practice leading up to the Saturday game.
- During an open practice on Tuesday, he made significant throws, demonstrating precision in tight windows.
- He successfully connected with WR Elijah Moore for a long gain and WR Jerry Jeudy on the sideline in 11-on-11 drills.
However, Watson was limited in his practice on Wednesday due to general arm soreness. Coach Kevin Stefanski addressed this dynamic, hinting at cautious optimism about his health moving forward.
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