Browns consider 12 quarterback options for 2027 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 6:12 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

The Cleveland Browns have announced Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback for the 2026 NFL season, edging out Shedeur Sanders. Following a lackluster preseason quarterback competition, the team is now evaluating potential replacements for 2027. They are projected to acquire multiple high draft picks, making them contenders for top quarterbacks such as Arch Manning, Dante Moore, and C.J. Carr. The Browns have multiple factors influencing their decision, including the performance of their roster and the experience of their new offensive-minded coach, Todd Monken.
- •Deshaun Watson is named starter over Shedeur Sanders for 2026
- •Browns aim for a high draft pick to select a top quarterback
- •12 quarterback options for 2027 include Arch Manning and C.J. Carr
- •Team performance under new coach Todd Monken is under scrutiny
- •Watson's future is uncertain amid ongoing challenges
- 6:12 PMYahoo Sports — Ranking Browns' 12 best 2027 QB options to move on from Deshaun Watson mess
"The Cleveland Browns' quarterback battle is finished for 2026, but they should hope neither of the two competitors remain in the mix to start at QB next season.
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