Cleveland Browns may make Shedeur Sanders inactive for regular season opener

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 8:45 PM

Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Cleveland Browns may make Shedeur Sanders inactive for regular season opener
Summary

The Cleveland Browns could keep quarterback Shedeur Sanders inactive for their Week 1 regular season opener. Head coach Todd Monken stated on Monday that the team is considering keeping three quarterbacks active on gameday, noting that doing so presents logistical challenges. The decision stems from the organization's interest in utilizing rookie Taylen Green, who offers significant athleticism as a potential situational player. Monken indicated the team might deploy a specific package of plays for Green, potentially displacing Sanders from the active roster. While some observers suggest Monken’s comments may be an example of gamesmanship, the team has not ruled out the possibility. If Sanders is inactive, he could still potentially serve as the emergency third quarterback, though he would only be eligible to enter the game if both Deshaun Watson and Green are injured.

Source Links
By the Numbers
  • Todd Monken confirmed Shedeur Sanders could be inactive for the Week 1 game.
  • Cleveland is considering a situational package of plays for rookie Taylen Green.
  • Green recorded 777 rushing yards and eight touchdowns in his final collegiate season.
  • Sanders would only be eligible to play if both other quarterbacks sustain injuries.
  • Some analysts suggest the comments regarding the roster may be gamesmanship.
Latest Updates
  • 8:45 PMYahoo SportsBrowns admit Shedeur Sanders could be inactive for Week 1
What they're saying
"

The Browns aren't ruling out Shedeur Sanders being inactive for Week 1.

Related Teams & Leagues

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days