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Shedeur Sanders dodges reporter question as Browns monitor Watson's status

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 8:30 PM

Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Shedeur Sanders dodges reporter question as Browns monitor Watson's status

Summary

Shedeur Sanders may start for the Cleveland Browns in their week 9 matchup against the New Orleans Saints due to Deshaun Watson's concussion protocol status. Sanders declined to answer questions regarding preparation for the Saints defense during a practice session. Browns cornerback Denzel Ward expressed confidence in the team's next-man-up mentality, stating they will be prepared regardless of who plays quarterback. The Browns are looking to recover from a previous loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers and currently hold a 5-3 record in the AFC North.

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By the Numbers

•Deshaun Watson is in concussion protocol and may not play.
•Sanders could make his first start of the season.
•Ward emphasizes a next-man-up approach for the team.
•Browns aim to bounce back from a 27-6 loss to the Steelers.
•Cleveland has a 5-3 record heading into the matchup.

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8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Shedeur Sanders refuses to answer reporter’s question ahead of possible Cleveland Browns start

What they're saying

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Shedeur Sanders could be in line to start his first game of the season for the Cleveland Browns. Deshaun Watson is in concussion protocol and could miss the Cleveland Browns‘ week 9 matchup against the New Orleans Saints.
— Yahoo Sports

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