Todd Monken Doesn’t Care He Upset Browns Fans With Deshaun Watson Decision

Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken has no worries about upsetting fans by selecting Deshaun Watson as the team's starting quarterback for the 2026 season. Despite Watson's previous criticism of fans, Monken remains unfazed by the backlash. In a press conference, Monken insisted that his decision is solely based on what's best for the Browns' success and that he's not concerned with fan opinion.

Watson's selection comes down to his ability to create explosive plays, according to Monken. The coach emphasized that a team needing to score points and drive down the field requires explosive plays to achieve those objectives. Monken stated that every coordinator is focused on finding explosives and executing them effectively.

He expressed confidence in Watson's abilities to drive the football down the field, suggesting that if Watson can't produce big plays, his position as the No. 1 passer in Cleveland may be jeopardized.