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Browns Weigh Keeping Deshaun Watson Amid Controversy
Team's comments on star QB's future spark outrage among fans
Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:09pm
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The Browns' controversial stance on keeping Deshaun Watson reflects the team's fractured relationship with its fanbase.Cleveland TodayThe Cleveland Browns have hinted they may keep quarterback Deshaun Watson despite the ongoing controversy surrounding him, a move that is likely to anger many of the team's supporters.
Why it matters
Watson's legal issues and suspension have cast a dark cloud over the Browns organization, and many fans had expected the team to move on from the embattled QB. The Browns' latest comments suggesting they may retain Watson despite the backlash could further damage the team's relationship with its fanbase.
The details
In recent comments, Browns executive Andrew Berry indicated the team is focused on having the 'best players' on the roster, rather than making decisions based on public opinion. This suggests the Browns may keep Watson, who was suspended for the entire 2022 NFL season due to multiple allegations of sexual misconduct.
- Watson was suspended for the entire 2022 NFL season due to multiple allegations of sexual misconduct.
The players
Deshaun Watson
The Cleveland Browns' starting quarterback, who was suspended for the 2022 season due to multiple allegations of sexual misconduct.
Andrew Berry
The executive vice president and general manager of the Cleveland Browns.
What they’re saying
“We're probably just more focused on performance and best players.”
— Andrew Berry, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Cleveland Browns
What’s next
The Browns will need to decide whether to keep or move on from Watson ahead of the 2023 NFL season.
The takeaway
The Browns' comments about potentially keeping Deshaun Watson despite the controversy surrounding him are likely to anger many of the team's fans, who had expected the organization to distance itself from the embattled quarterback.
