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Browns Place Deshaun Watson in Concussion Protocol, Week 9 Starter Uncertain

Browns Place Deshaun Watson in Concussion Protocol, Week 9 Starter Uncertain
World Sports · 01:24:08 - Friday, 6 November 2026

The Cleveland Browns have placed quarterback Deshaun Watson in the NFL's concussion protocol, the team announced on Wednesday. His status for the Week 9 game remains uncertain.

With Watson sidelined, it is unclear whether Shedeur Sanders will start in his place. The Browns have not yet named a starter for the upcoming matchup.

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