Overview
- Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III said on The Dan Patrick Show that Watson’s return cannot be called a true comeback because injuries cannot be separated from the off-field controversies.
- Watson has started for the Cleveland Browns this season after winning the job over Shedeur Sanders and has helped the team to a 3–1 record with 855 passing yards, 69.6% accuracy and six touchdowns through four games.
- Court records show the final two civil lawsuits against Watson were dismissed with prejudice in February 2026, and the NFL previously suspended him for 11 games and fined him $5 million in 2022 under its personal conduct policy.
- Watson has publicly addressed fan skepticism in recent interviews, saying he understands some apprehension while disputing that public judgment is fair.
- Cleveland’s roster choices remain active and could affect the short term, with Dillon Gabriel in a 21-day practice window that would force the team to manage a four-quarterback roster if he is activated.