Eric Mangini cautions against naming Shedeur Sanders Browns QB1 too early
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 4:31 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Eric Mangini, former head coach of the Cleveland Browns, has expressed concerns about giving Shedeur Sanders the starting quarterback position at this stage. Despite Deshaun Watson's inconsistent performance, Mangini highlighted Sanders' completion percentage of 56% and his higher interceptions than touchdowns as reasons to reconsider. Sanders, who started seven games last season, aided the team in three wins but had significant struggles. Training camp remains competitive, with alternating first-team reps between Sanders and Watson, although Watson is expected to retain the starting role. Browns owner Jimmy Haslam has indicated support for Watson's capabilities as the starting QB.
- •Eric Mangini voiced skepticism about Shedeur Sanders as QB1.
- •Sanders completed 56% of his passes with more interceptions than touchdowns last season.
- •Watson appears poised to start the season despite past inconsistencies.
- •Training camp features an open competition for the QB position.
- •The Browns won three games with Sanders as a starter last season.
- 4:31 AMYahoo Sports — Former Browns HC Warns Against Handing Shedeur Sanders QB1 Job Too Soon
"Cleveland‘s QB competition is gaining a new voice pushing back on the notion of giving the job to Shedeur Sanders. Even with Deshaun Watson’s rocky track record in Cleveland, former Browns head coach Eric Mangini is not buying it.
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