Deshaun Watson Faces Doubts Ahead of NFL Comeback

Deshaun Watson is facing skepticism regarding his potential return to the NFL, particularly from radio host Ken Carman, who doubts whether the Cleveland Browns quarterback deserves credit for his comeback efforts. Watson has played only 19 games since the 2022 season and missed the entire 2025 campaign due to a re-ruptured Achilles injury.

The Browns invested heavily in Watson, trading multiple first-round picks and signing him to a fully guaranteed five-year, $230 million contract. However, his performance has raised concerns, as he has struggled to regain the form that earned him three Pro Bowl selections.

Watson's past achievements include a standout 2020 season where he threw for 4,823 yards and 33 touchdowns. Since joining the Browns, he has a record of 3-3 as a starter and has only made 13 starts in the last two seasons. With head coach Todd Monken confirming that Watson will start in the upcoming preseason game against the Chicago Bears, he has a crucial opportunity to prove his critics wrong and validate the Browns' investment in him.