Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson reached an important milestone in his recovery from offseason shoulder surgery, participating fully in Friday’s organized team activities at the team’s Berea facility. Watson, who underwent a minor arthroscopic procedure on his throwing shoulder in mid-March to address inflammation, completed all throwing drills without limitations and showed no signs of discomfort during the ninety-minute practice session open to media observation.
Head coach Kevin Stefanski addressed reporters following practice, expressing confidence in Watson’s physical condition and preparation for the 2026 season. “Deshaun looked sharp today—the ball was coming out clean, and he was hitting his targets with good velocity,” Stefanski said. “We’ve been very deliberate with his progression throughout the spring, and seeing him out there working with the full offense is exactly where we want to be at this point.” Watson connected on several deep throws to wide receivers Amari Cooper and Jerry Jeudy during team drills, drawing enthusiastic reactions from teammates.
The 30-year-old quarterback is entering his fourth season with the Browns after a 2025 campaign that saw him throw for 3,847 yards and 24 touchdowns while leading Cleveland to a 10-7 record and wild card playoff berth. Watson’s health and performance remain critical to the Browns’ championship aspirations in the competitive AFC North, where all four teams are expected to contend for playoff positions. The team will conclude its voluntary OTA sessions next week before breaking for summer, with mandatory minicamp scheduled for mid-June ahead of training camp in late July.