Browns name Deshaun Watson starting quarterback for preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 10:15 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
FootballThe Cleveland Browns have named Deshaun Watson the starting quarterback for their preseason opener against the Chicago Bears on August 15. Shedeur Sanders is expected to start in the second preseason game on August 22 against the Buffalo Bills. Sanders performed well in practice, leading the No. 1 offense to a last-second field goal. Isaiah Bond has made significant strides as a receiver, highlighted by a diving catch. Rookie Spencer Fano has been consistent as the left tackle amid ongoing evaluations of the offensive line.
- •Deshaun Watson named starter for August 15 preseason game.
- •Shedeur Sanders expected to start August 22 against Buffalo.
- •Isaiah Bond shows improvement with key plays in practice.
- •Rookie Spencer Fano has been consistent at left tackle.
- 10:15 PMYahoo Sports — 4 takeaways from Browns training camp Day 13 includes Shedeur Sanders' growth
"The Browns named their starting quarterbacks for the first two preseason games, providing the place where Day 13 training camp takeaways start.
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