Cleveland Browns may use Taylen Green in Week 1 against Jacksonville Jaguars
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 7:35 PM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026
Cleveland Browns head coach Monken has not ruled out the possibility of utilizing rookie quarterback Taylen Green in an offensive package during the Week 1 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Deshaun Watson remains the starting quarterback, while Shedeur Sanders is confirmed as the backup. Monken noted that while rostering three active quarterbacks creates challenges for the depth chart, Green's athleticism makes him a potential option for specific situational plays. Green, a sixth-round draft pick, demonstrated his mobility during the preseason with a high-speed performance against the New England Patriots. The team is currently balancing player development for both Green and Sanders, who have been sharing scout-team repetitions since late August. Cleveland's ultimate approach to the position for the season remains fluid as the team prepares for the opening matchup.
- •Deshaun Watson is the starting quarterback for the season opener.
- •Shedeur Sanders is positioned as the primary backup to Watson.
- •Taylen Green is a sixth-round pick known for high-level athletic testing.
- •Green recorded 66 rushing yards during the preseason finale against New England.
- •The Browns must activate all three quarterbacks to use Green in a specialized package.
- 7:35 PMYahoo Sports — Monken doesn't rule out Browns using rookie QB in offensive 'package' Week 1 at Jaguars
"It wouldn't be surprising if the Cleveland Browns played multiple quarterbacks this season. In fact, they could even do that in Week 1.
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