Deshaun Watson enjoys best day of camp amid QB competition with Shedeur Sanders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 8:19 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has reportedly had his best day of training camp as competition intensifies with Shedeur Sanders. After missing the entire 2025 season due to a torn Achilles, Watson aims to reclaim the starting role. Reports indicate he showed improved confidence and accuracy during practice. Meanwhile, former NFL player Gerald McCoy suggested the Browns might prefer Sanders for the starting position with new head coach Todd Monken leading the team. The Browns face a critical decision on their starting quarterback as the NFL season approaches.
- •Watson has not played competitive football since 2025 due to injury.
- •Sanders filled the QB1 role for the Browns in 2025.
- •Watson is competing for the starting job with Sanders under new coach Monken.
- •Watson's training camp performance received mixed reactions from fans.
- •Team decision on starting QB is expected before the season starts.
- 8:19 AMYahoo Sports — “No Pads No Pressure”: NFL World Reacts as Deshaun Watson Has ‘Best Day of Camp’ Amid Shedeur Sanders Competition
"Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is one of the most anticipated players heading into the 2026 NFL season, as he has not played in over a year. The 30-year-old missed the entirety of the 2025 campaign due to a torn Achilles.
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