Cleveland confirms Deshaun Watson to start vs. Buccaneers
Cleveland confirmed Watson as the starter for Week 2 in Tampa, giving the Buccaneers a clear plan for preparing their pass rush and secondary.
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Browns head coach said Watson will start against the Buccaneers.
Cleveland struggled in Week 1 (34-10 loss to Jacksonville), and Tampa Bay’s pass rush will look to exploit protection issues shown against the Jaguars.
Baker Mayfield facing his former team adds narrative significance to the matchup.
Watson was sacked five times and thrown an interception in Week 1, completing 16-of-22 for 205 yards and a touchdown.
Browns offense remains a work in progress with several young skill-position players featured in recent additions.