Deshaun Watson

Asked what he's altered entering the 2024 season compared to his previous two years, Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson said Friday he's looking to block out "all the bull**** outside.'

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is feeling unburdened entering the 2024 season.

This is notable because, according to Browns beat writer Mary Kay Cabot, this is the first time Watson has thrown in 11 on 11s since last season. Watson has been rehabbing from last year's season-ending shoulder injury all offseason, working off-and-on with the offense as required by his rehab program. Watson told reporters, "I'm great," when asked about the status of his shoulder a week before camp. His return to 11 on 11s would suggest he's continuing to trend in the right direction as far as his recovery is concerned and could be on track for Week 1, barring any setbacks.

Watson (shoulder) is participating in 11-on-11 drills at Friday's practice, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

Cleveland head coach Kevin Stefanski said Thursday that he was unsure whether Watson (shoulder) would appear in any of the Browns' three preseason games, Patrick Warren of the Browns' official site reports.