From New York Post · Nov 4, 2026 · 40s

Deshaun Watson in concussion protocol

Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson placed in concussion protocol as Shedeur Sanders eyes starting opportunity.

In brief

Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson placed in concussion protocol as Shedeur Sanders eyes starting opportunity. Cleveland Browns placed Deshaun Watson in concussion protocol after helmet-to-helmet hit, giving Shedeur Sanders a chance to start against the Saints. Originally reported by New York Post.

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Watson placed in concussion protocol

Cleveland Browns' Deshaun Watson (4) collides with Pittsburgh Steelers' Jaquan Brisker (3) during a game at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on Sunday, Nov. 1, 20

Cleveland Browns put starting QB Deshaun Watson in concussion protocol after helmet-to-helmet hit in Sunday's 27-6 loss to Pittsburgh Steelers.

“On Tuesday morning he reported to the medical staff that he begun experiencing concussion symptoms Monday night and was immediately placed in the concussion protocol”

Sanders enters starting lineup

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) warms up before a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026.

Shedeur Sanders entered the game against Pittsburgh Steelers after Watson's placement in concussion protocol.

Sanders poised to start against Saints

Former Colorado star Shedeur Sanders is set to start against New Orleans Saints this Sunday after Watson's concussion protocol placement.

In short

Cleveland Browns placed Deshaun Watson in concussion protocol after helmet-to-helmet hit, giving Shedeur Sanders a chance to start against the Saints.

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