Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders Slam Browns Fans in Video After Veteran QB Booed in Preseason Game
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson expressed frustration after being booed by fans during a preseason game, citing his personal history with injuries. Teammate Shedeur Sanders also commented on the situation as the team navigates a competitive quarterback battle.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the complex relationship between professional athletes and fanbases, particularly when performance and personal history intersect.
01:25 Featured Video Bjian or Jahmyr No. 1 Overall? 🧐 Home NFL Cleveland Browns NFL Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders Slam Browns Fans in Video After Veteran QB Booed in Preseason Game Julia Stumbaugh Aug 22, 2026 Deshaun Watson says he felt Cleveland Browns fans were "disrespectful" when they booed him during Saturday's preseason game against the visiting Buffalo Bills.
"I think the whole world knows it has nothing to do about the performance," Watson said after Saturday's preseason action (h/t ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi). "It's a little bit more personal than that. So, I think that's a disrespectful thing."
"Last time I played on this field, I tore my Achilles," Watson added. "That same fanbase, they cheered when I got hurt.
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