Deshaun Watson's Return to Practice Sparks Hope for Browns' Young Quarterbacks
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Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski has revealed that veteran quarterback Deshaun Watson is set to return to practice, marking a significant milestone in his recovery from a ruptured Achilles tendon. Watson's practice time will not count against the 53-player active roster, allowing him to potentially return to the field within a 21-day window. Stefanski praised Watson's dedication to his rehabilitation, saying, 'He's been working so hard, rehabbing. So finally to get out there on the practice field with his teammates, go through individual, I think is really great for him.' Watson has been a valuable presence behind the scenes, participating in meetings and sharing workout clips on social media. The Browns have been navigating a challenging season at quarterback, with rookie Shedeur Sanders set to make his third consecutive start on Sunday against the Tennessee Titans. Stefanski noted that Watson's return will be beneficial for the young quarterbacks, saying, 'Shedeur's been outstanding in the meeting room with Deshaun. Deshaun's been outstanding with all those guys, so it's really an impressive group that helps each other.' The Browns have cycled through starters this season, including Joe Flacco, Dillon Gabriel, and Bailey Zappe. Watson's on-field resume in Cleveland is modest, but his massive fully guaranteed $230 million contract continues to draw criticism. The team's decision to acquire him has been widely scrutinized, with co-owner Jimmy Haslam acknowledging that it has backfired.
