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'So What, Now What?': Monken Wants to See What Browns, Watson Are Made of After Improbable Win
Todd Monken praised Watson’s growth after he threw for 238 yards and two touchdowns in Cleveland’s 23-19 win.
On Sunday, the Cleveland Browns rallied for a 23-19 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with Deshaun Watson throwing for 238 yards and two touchdowns without a turnover.
Head coach Todd Monken defended Watson on Monday, calling the 10-year veteran a "very young player" who will continue to grow, despite the quarterback being 31 and in his eighth NFL season.
Monken noted Watson's 76.9% completion rate and mobility on Sunday, while emphasizing that learning the offensive system and improving his reads remain ongoing work in progress.
The Browns confirmed Watson will remain the starter for Sunday's home opener against Carolina, where Cleveland has won the past two meetings, including a 26-24 victory in the 2022 opener.
Rookie wide receivers Denzel Boston and KC Concepcion have bolstered the offense, with Boston leading the team with 254 yards and helping the squad take a "giant step" forward this week.