PodcastFrom NFL: The Insiders
The NFL Report: Browns Name Deshaun Watson Starting QB and Preseason Game Recaps
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24 min
Duration
Estimated from transcript
Aug 25, 2026
Published
Tue, August 25, 2026
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Player insights
4
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Topics
Christian McCaffreyDeshaun WatsonFernando MendozaNick Chubb
Player analysis
Player insights
Christian McCaffrey
NegativeInjury6:15
The source provides an update on Christian McCaffrey's injury status, indicating he is currently dealing with a health issue.
Insight pageDeshaun Watson
NegativeDepth Chart0:00
The source confirms that the Browns have officially named Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback for the upcoming season.
Insight pageFernando Mendoza
NegativeUsage11:55
Bucky Brooks reviews the performance of Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza during his second preseason game appearance.
Insight pageNick Chubb
NegativeDepth Chart19:01
The source reports that Nick Chubb has announced his retirement, marking the end of his professional football career.
Insight pageFull transcript
Episode Transcript
0:00Andrew Siciliano and Bucky Brooks discuss Deshaun Watson winning the Browns starting quarterback job and what to expect from Watson this season.
6:15Then, Siciliano shares updates on the Falcons quarterback situation, Christian McCaffrey’s injury status, and 49ers owner Jed York’s recent arrest.
11:55Siciliano also recaps the Cardinals-Cowboys, Titans-Seahawks, and Jets-Steelers preseason games, and Bucky Brooks reviews Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza’s performance in his second preseason game.
19:01The guys also give tribute to Nick Chubb’s career following his recently announced retirement.
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