Deshaun Watson Emerges as NFL Comeback Player of the Year Contender

Deshaun Watson has become a contender for the NFL Comeback Player of the Year after guiding the Cleveland Browns to a 27-24 win against the Tennessee Titans.

In this game, Watson threw for 308 yards and achieved his fifth game-winning drive in the fourth quarter this season, contributing to the Browns' 5-2 record. His return is particularly significant following two Achilles surgeries that sidelined him for the entire 2025 season.

Watson's performance has drawn attention from analysts, including longtime Browns insider Mary Kay Cabot, who noted that while Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is the frontrunner for the award, Watson's recent success places him in the conversation. Watson completed 25 of 36 passes against Tennessee, overcame an early interception, and scored a rushing touchdown, further solidifying his case for the award.