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Deshaun Watson leads the Cleveland Browns against the Carolina Panthers in a highly anticipated home opener today. Find out how to watch for free.Joshua Gunter, cleveland.comIf you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.By Robert Fenbers, cleveland.comcleveland.com Express DeskCLEVELAND, Ohio - Deshaun Watson returns to Huntington Bank Field, and beloved running back Nick Chubb is honored as the Cleveland Browns host the Carolina Panthers in the home opener today.How to watch Browns vs. Panthers today What: Cleveland Browns vs. Carolina Panthers When: Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026Time: 1 p.m. EasternWhere: Huntington Bank Field | Cleveland, Ohio Channel: FOXStreaming options: DIRECTV (free trial and $35 off your first month), FuboTV (free trial and $25 off your first month) and SlingTV How do I watch Browns home opener for free today?This NFL game will broadcast live on FOX at 1 p.m. Eastern. You can take advantage of free trials from DIRECTV and FuboTV, which also offer large discounts on your first month. You can watch this game on SlingTV for $19.99 per month with Sling Select, which offers local channels in select markets. Here are five storylines to watch for today’s game: 1. Deshaun Watson rebounds with one of his best outings as a member of the BrownsQuarterback Deshaun Watson recovered from a difficult season opener by completing 24 of 30 passes for 238 yards and two touchdowns in Cleveland’s 23-19 win against Tampa Bay. The performance was one of his most efficient games in years.2. The Browns will honor retiring franchise standout Nick ChubbCleveland is set to honor beloved running back Nick Chubb, who officially retired with the franchise after signing a one-day contract on Sept. 25. Chubb ended his Browns career with 6,843 rushing yards and 51 touchdowns following a severe leg injury sustained against the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2023.3. Bryce Young leads the NFL’s highest-scoring offenseCarolina enters Week 3 boasting on the league’s most potent scoring offenses with 71 total points through two games. Quarterback Bryce Young has powered the unit with 646 passing yards, six touchdowns, and one interception, earning an 82.4 QBR that ranks sixth in the NFL.4. Carolina struggles with the league’s worst rushing defenseDespite their offensive production, the Panthers currently rank last in the NFL against the run through two weeks. Carolina’s defense has surrendered an average of 224 rushing yards per game and allows 6.31 yards per carry.5. Injuries sideline key playmaker Devin Lloyd and threaten Panthers’ receiver depthLinebacker Devin Lloyd has been ruled out with a calf injury after posting nine tackles, a sack, and two interceptions in Carolina’s 34-3 win over Atlanta. The Panthers also face depth concerns on offense, with key wide receivers Jalen Coker and Xavier Legette both listed as questionable.How to watch Steelers vs. Bengals for free today Where to watch NASCAR Cup Series Kansas Hollywood Casino 400 FREE STREAM today Where to watch Browns vs. Panthers home opener for free today It’s a 3-peat! How to buy Guardians 2026 AL Central Championship gear Oregon vs. USC: How to live stream Big Ten game for free tonight on NBCRobert Fenbers, who has been a freelance journalist since 2015, is the sports commerce reporter for cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer. Robert focuses on local and national sporting event ticket sales and how...This article was produced with assistance from AI tools and reviewed by Cleveland.com staff.