Browns starting Shedeur Sanders over Deshaun Watson in preseason Week 2
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 3:26 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

The Cleveland Browns are set to start Shedeur Sanders over Deshaun Watson in their second preseason game against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday. The decision was made to give Sanders a chance to showcase his skills in the ongoing quarterback competition, following Watson's start in the previous game. Sources indicate that while Watson has had a better performance in training camp, the Browns are keen to evaluate Sanders' potential as the starter. This matchup is significant in determining the direction of the team's quarterback situation amid expectations of a challenging season.
- •Sanders earns the start at quarterback for preseason Week 2.
- •Watson had 11-of-15 passing for 126 yards in the previous game.
- •Browns face the Bills on Saturday at 1 p.m. ET.
- •The game marks a key point in the QB battle for the Browns.
- •Watson's position remains uncertain despite recent good practices.
- 3:26 PMYahoo Sports — Why Browns are starting Shedeur Sanders over Deshaun Watson in preseason Week 2
"The Browns are giving Shedeur Sanders the start in preseason Week 2. Here's why.
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