Youngstown, OH, November 12, 2026 — The Cleveland Browns have announced that quarterback Deshaun Watson is set to start in the upcoming game against the Houston Texans this Sunday. The confirmation came from Cleveland Browns coach Todd Monken.

Watson was sidelined for the team’s previous game due to a concussion. His return to the starting lineup means he will be taking snaps over backup quarterback Shedeur Sanders.

Coach Monken indicated that the decision to reinstate Watson as the starter was based on his overall performance in games prior to his injury. The specifics of Watson’s performance metrics or the duration of his absence were not detailed in the announcement. The team has not provided further comment on the quarterback rotation or the medical status of other players at this time.

This development marks Watson’s return to the field after a brief period away due to the concussion protocol. The game against the Houston Texans is scheduled for this Sunday, with details regarding kickoff time and broadcast information to be released by the league. The team’s strategy moving forward with their quarterback situation, especially concerning Watson’s performance and recovery, remains a focal point as the season progresses. The absence of detailed information regarding the backup quarterback’s role or any specific performance criteria for Watson’s reinstatement is noted. The decision comes as the Browns prepare to face their upcoming opponent, the Texans. The coach’s statement referenced Watson’s ‘overall performance in earlier games’ as the primary reason for his return to the starting position. The exact details regarding Watson’s concussion recovery timeline or any specific limitations were not disclosed. The team’s approach to player health and performance management is under observation with this quarterback decision.

Story summarized from the original created by Dan Hiner on www.tribtoday.com, see more information here.

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