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ArticleSetting 2026 Browns offensive, defensive expectations
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The team deciding to start quarterback Deshaun Watson might have been an unpopular decision, considering that Watson hasn't been available, and when he has, the play hasn't been close to his days when he was playing for the Houston Texans.
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Deshaun Watson's unavailability and declining play undermine Browns' offensive outlook.

Starting quarterback for the 2026 Browns; the source characterizes the decision as unpopular and notes Watson hasn't been available consistently and his play hasn't approached his Houston Texans level when healthy. The source identifies the lack of a clear QB answer as a major hamper on offensive expectations, with the passing game uncertainty forcing the team to emphasize the running game and allowing defenses to load the box.

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