Cleveland Browns continue quarterback competition between Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 2:33 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

The Cleveland Browns maintain an open quarterback competition between Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson as preseason progresses. Following an early preseason game where Watson led the first-team offense, Sanders struggled under the second unit in a 34-10 loss, throwing an interception. Despite concerns about his development, reports indicate Sanders has received significant first-team reps in practices. Head coach Todd Monken confirmed that the team is evaluating both quarterbacks during training camp. Sanders is set to start against Buffalo this Saturday, providing him another opportunity to impress and potentially secure the starting role moving forward.
- •Browns face the Buffalo Bills this Saturday.
- •Watson completed 11 of 15 passes in first preseason game.
- •Sanders threw for 79 yards with one interception against Chicago.
- •Monken describes QB competition as open and ongoing.
- •Sanders to play first half against Buffalo.
- 2:33 PMYahoo Sports — Do the Cleveland Browns even want Shedeur Sanders to be the starter?
"ESPN's Mike Greenberg questioned Cleveland's plan for Shedeur Sanders.
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