Browns ranked 31st in ESPN QB rankings ahead of 2027 draft plans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 2:32 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
ESPN has ranked the Cleveland Browns' quarterback room 31st out of 32 teams, ahead of the 2026 NFL season. Currently, Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders are competing for the starting position, with Sanders set to start in the next preseason game. Despite this competition, the ranking highlights concerns over the team's quarterback options and suggests a need for the Browns to consider drafting a rookie signal-caller in 2027. The Browns hold two first-round picks, which could provide opportunities for significant improvements in their quarterback situation.
- •Browns QB ranking is 31st, ahead of only the Cardinals.
- •Competition for starting QB spot between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders.
- •Sanders will start in the upcoming preseason game.
- •Browns own two first-round picks for the 2027 NFL Draft.
- •Current QB situation raises questions about future team direction.
- 2:32 PMYahoo Sports — Browns earn brutal QB ranking from ESPN that should cement 2027 draft plans
"This Browns QB ranking from ESPN should cement their plans for next year's draft.
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