Robert Griffin III questions Shedeur Sanders' chances with Browns
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 5:02 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Robert Griffin III criticized the Cleveland Browns' treatment of quarterback Shedeur Sanders in the current preseason competition. Griffin argued that Sanders did not receive a fair opportunity after being slated to start against the Buffalo Bills without many veteran players. He claimed it was clear the Browns favored Deshaun Watson from the outset, citing Watson's contract as a factor influencing the decision. Sanders previously completed 6 of 11 passes for 79 yards in a game against the Chicago Bears, and will get further playing time against the Bills under limited starter conditions. This preseason situation raises questions about Cleveland's quarterback depth and decision-making ahead of the season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
- •Robert Griffin III claims Sanders never had a fair chance to win the job.
- •Watson signed a five-year, $230 million contract with the Browns.
- •Sanders started against the Bills without many established starters.
- •Sanders had a mixed performance against the Bears, throwing an interception.
- •The Browns face the Jaguars in their season opener.
- 5:02 AMYahoo Sports — Former Browns QB Delivers Stern Warning to Cleveland’s Coaching Staff Regarding Shedeur Sanders
- 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-Browns QB Delivers Blunt Verdict on Shedeur Sanders
"Former Cleveland Browns quarterback Robert Griffin III believes the team needs to make a clear decision at quarterback, and he thinks Shedeur Sanders should be the one getting the starting job. With Sanders competing against Deshaun Watson, Griffin argued that Cleveland’s decision could have consequences beyond the football field.
"Robert Griffin III delivered a brutal reality check on Shedeur Sanders and the Cleveland Browns quarterback situation. The post Ex-Browns QB Delivers Blunt Verdict on Shedeur Sanders appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 5:02 AMFormer Browns QB Delivers Stern Warning to Cleveland’s Coaching Staff Regarding Shedeur Sanders
Former Cleveland Browns quarterback Robert Griffin III believes the team needs to make a clear decision at quarterback, and he thinks Shedeur Sanders should be the one getting the starting job. With Sanders competing against Deshaun Watson, Griffin argued that Cleveland’s decision could have consequences beyond the football field.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 12:35 PMEx-Browns QB Delivers Blunt Verdict on Shedeur Sanders
Robert Griffin III delivered a brutal reality check on Shedeur Sanders and the Cleveland Browns quarterback situation. The post Ex-Browns QB Delivers Blunt Verdict on Shedeur Sanders appeared first on HEAVY.
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