Deshaun Watson says he is not worried about his job security as the Cleveland Browns prepare for a Week 2 road game at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. After making his first start in nearly two years, Watson delivers remarks following a difficult opening performance in Jacksonville, which is described across outlets as bumpy and unlikely to fully change public perceptions.

Watson’s comments frame his priorities as improving the start to the season rather than responding to pressure tied to whether he remains the starter. He addresses the idea that he must play well immediately to protect his position, saying that such judgments are largely driven by the media. He also references the possibility of a hostile home crowd later, in about two weeks, indicating he is not focused on that scenario.

Overall, the reporting centers on Watson’s stance that external narratives do not dictate his approach, while acknowledging that his return to the field remains highly scrutinized after an extended layoff and a polarizing tenure with Cleveland.