Browns name Deshaun Watson starter but Shedeur Sanders may play soon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Cleveland Browns appointed Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback for the upcoming season. However, there is speculation that Shedeur Sanders could take over early in the schedule, particularly if Watson struggles in the first two games against the Jacksonville Jaguars and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Browns' coaching staff might consider switching to Sanders by Week 3 during the home opener against the Carolina Panthers, potentially avoiding a negative response from the home crowd if Watson underperforms.
- •Browns name Deshaun Watson starter for the season opener.
- •Shedeur Sanders could replace Watson based on early performance.
- •Browns play Jaguars and Buccaneers in the first two weeks.
- •Carolina Panthers are the opponent in Week 3 home opener.
- •Watson received boos from fans during preseason.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Shedeur Sanders might be the Browns' starting QB sooner than you think
"Deshaun Watson might not be the starting QB for long in Cleveland.
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