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Browns' Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson face criticism in ESPN rankings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 5:09 PM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Browns' Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson face criticism in ESPN rankings

Summary

Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson are amid a quarterback competition with the Cleveland Browns as the 2026 season approaches. Both players received unfavorable news regarding the offensive line, particularly with Elgton Jenkins dropping out of ESPN's top 10 offensive linemen rankings. Jenkins, who signed a two-year deal with the Browns, had played in only nine games in 2025 prior to joining the team, raising concerns about his durability and performance. Despite these challenges, NFL insiders suggest he can still provide value to the team as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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Key Details

•Sanders and Watson are competing for the starting quarterback position.
•Elgton Jenkins signed with the Browns for two years at $24 million.
•Jenkins has fallen out of ESPN's top 10 offensive linemen rankings.
•He played only nine games in 2025 before signing with the Browns.
•NFL insiders still believe Jenkins can contribute positively despite durability concerns.

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