Browns facing QB decision deadline for Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 6:44 PM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
The Cleveland Browns' quarterback competition between Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson is in a tight race, with a decision expected by August 22. Head coach Todd Monken has set this as the deadline following joint practice and a preseason game against the Buffalo Bills on those dates. Both quarterbacks need time to showcase their skills during training camp, but with the regular season starting three weeks later, the urgency increases as neither clearly stands out yet. Monken is expected to finalize the starting QB shortly after the preseason game to ensure the offense can gel before the season opener.
- •Browns' QB competition involves Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson.
- •Decision deadline is set for August 22 against the Bills.
- •Joint practice on August 20 precedes the preseason game.
- •Training camp begins soon, with both QBs seeking the starting role.
- •Regular season starts three weeks after the preseason.
- 6:44 PMYahoo Sports — Shedeur Sanders vs. Deshaun Watson QB decision for Browns has new deadline
"The Cleveland Browns QB battle will have a Training Camp and preseason deadline.
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