NFL hiring replacement refs + Could Deshaun Watson be Browns' QB1?

Will the Cleveland Browns start Deshaun Watson at quarterback in 2026? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson discuss the possibility, after diving into the fallout from stalled NFL referee negotiations. The crew also react to the Los Angeles Rams vocalizing interest in Kirk Cousins and addressing Puka Nacua’s latest controversy. Finally, Andrew and Charles react to Matt LaFleur’s low player survey grades before giving their “One More Thing” to close out the show.

(4:40) - NFL referee drama escalates

(14:10) - Browns news: Myles Garrett & Deshaun Watson

(22:30) - Will George Pickens attend Cowboys offseason program?

(32:40) - Rams make headlines: Kirk Cousins reunion & Puka Nacua’s maturity

(41:05) - Kyle Shanahan comments on international games

(50:20) - More news out of NFL owners meetings

(1:02:40) - One More Thing

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