Deshaun Watson leads Browns in preseason opener against Bears
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 8:59 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
In the Cleveland Browns' first preseason game against the Chicago Bears on August 15, Deshaun Watson started and led the offense effectively during the first half. Watson completed 11 of 15 passes for 126 yards, although he faced increased pressure from Chicago defensively and lost a fumble. Shedeur Sanders entered in the second half but struggled with accuracy, including an interception. The Browns ultimately lost the game 34-10, but the quarterback battle appears to be favoring Watson after this matchup. Both players will be evaluated further as the preseason continues.
- •Watson started the game, showing improvement despite past injuries.
- •He connected well with receivers, scoring on two drives.
- •Sanders struggled with an interception and uneven passing.
- •Cleveland lost to Chicago 34-10 in the preseason opener.
- •Next, Sanders will have an opportunity to respond in the following game.
- 8:59 PMCBS NFL — Deshaun Watson outplays Shedeur Sanders in preseason opener, but Browns QB battle leaves plenty to be desired
- 8:33 PMYahoo Sports — Deshaun Watson winner, Shedeur Sanders loser in Week 1 of Browns QB battle
"Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders took their quarterback battle into the preseason on Saturday. Here are the winners and losers from the game.
"Watson started strong before a strip sack derailed his afternoon, while Sanders threw an ugly interception on his third and final drive
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External links- CBS NFLAug 15, 2026, 8:59 PMDeshaun Watson outplays Shedeur Sanders in preseason opener, but Browns QB battle leaves plenty to be desired
Watson started strong before a strip sack derailed his afternoon, while Sanders threw an ugly interception on his third and final drive
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 8:33 PMDeshaun Watson winner, Shedeur Sanders loser in Week 1 of Browns QB battle
Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders took their quarterback battle into the preseason on Saturday. Here are the winners and losers from the game.
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