Browns set to decide on QB one day after Shedeur Sanders' preseason start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 4:51 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
The Cleveland Browns plan to discuss their quarterback situation following Shedeur Sanders' preseason start against the Buffalo Bills on August 22. Deshaun Watson started in Week 1, and Sanders will play with more backup teammates. The Browns are expected to meet on August 23 to evaluate both quarterbacks. There is pressure to finalize the decision quickly as the regular season approaches, with just one more preseason game afterward. Watson is currently the frontrunner, but Sanders could complicate the decision with a strong performance.
- •Sanders will start for the Browns against the Bills in Week 2 of the preseason.
- •Browns coaches will meet on August 23 to discuss the QB competition.
- •Deshaun Watson currently leads the battle for starting quarterback.
- •The decision is urgent with limited time remaining in the preseason.
- 4:51 PMYahoo Sports — Browns reportedly plan to make QB decision one day after Shedeur Sanders' preseason start
"The Browns might have their QB decision very soon after Sanders' preseason start.
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