NFL · New Orleans Saints · 09:33 ET · via @AdamSchefter

Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson placed in concussion protocol

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Adam Schefter reported the news on X, stating Watson has been placed in concussion protocol.

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that quarterback is in the NFL's concussion protocol.

must clear the league's mandated protocol steps before he is eligible to return to the field. He was evaluated for a head injury during the first quarter of 's November 1 loss to the .

The play the on November 8. Quarterback Shedeur Sanders, who briefly replaced against the , takes over the offense if remains sidelined.