Should I Start Deshaun Watson in Week 14? Fantasy Football Football Outlook

As we enter Week 14 of the NFL season, fantasy managers should be preparing for the stretch run in their leagues. With six NFL teams on byes this week, many fantasy GMs will need to find a viable streamer at the QB position.

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson made his first start of 2022 last week against the Houston Texans and is set to square off against the Cincinnati Bengals in a divisional rivalry this Sunday.

What did Watson do in his season debut? Should you start him in Week 14?

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What Did Deshaun Watson Do In His First Start For The Browns?

Last week's matchup against the Houston Texans was Deshaun Watson's first start since joining the Cleveland Browns and his first action in a regular season NFL game in 700 days. It showed.

The controversial signal-caller fell flat in his return to Houston, posting just 131 passing yards, no TDs, and a pick against the lowly Texans' defense. Watson looked very rusty and sometimes overwhelmed by the speed of the game, while any semblance of timing with his receivers was non-existent.

Should I Pick Up and Start Deshaun Watson In Week 14?

Watson's return to action against his old team was a resounding flop.

Things won't get any easier for him this week, as he faces an even better defense in the Cincinnati Bengals. This Bengals unit ranks 11th in the league in Total Defense DVOA and has allowed the fourth-fewest fantasy points in the NFL to the QB position this year.

While many fantasy GMs are scrambling for viable streaming options thanks to six teams getting their byes in Week 14, Watson is a borderline unplayable fantasy option in his current form. Perhaps the once-great fantasy producer will find his game at some point in the future, but GMs should search for better options this week.

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