Deshaun Watson Faces Short Leash Amid Early Season Scrutiny

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is facing significant scrutiny after struggling mightily in Week 1, particularly with his presnap process under his five-year, fully-guaranteed $230 million contract. While he remains slated to take the first snap in Week 2, many around the league believe he is operating on a short leash, with young backup Shedeur Sanders waiting in the wings as mounting pressure surrounds the team's quarterback situation.