Browns face accusations of influencing QB decision as Watson named starter

The Cleveland Browns announced on August 24 that Deshaun Watson will be their starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III alleges that the team pressured head coach Todd Monken to make this decision, claiming many within the organization preferred Shedeur Sanders for the starting role. Griffin suggests that the choice reflects financial considerations related to Watson's contract rather than performance assessment. This claim raises questions about the integrity of the quarterback competition leading up to the season.

• 6:14 PMYahoo Sports — Former NFL QB accuses Browns of forcing Todd Monken to name Deshaun Watson QB1