Shedeur Sanders says hand blister has healed ahead of preseason debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 4:48 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders confirmed that a hand blister, which had affected his throwing during training camp, has healed. In a press conference on August 12, Sanders detailed the issue originated from increased throwing during the offseason but stated it no longer impacts him. He is expected to see significant playing time in the Browns' first preseason game against the Chicago Bears on Saturday. Sanders, a rookie last season, started seven games and managed 1,400 passing yards with seven touchdowns and ten interceptions.
- •Sanders had a blister on his throwing hand during training camp.
- •He states the issue is no longer affecting his performance.
- •Browns' preseason opener is against the Bears on Saturday.
- •Sanders started seven games last season with 1,400 yards passing.
- •He is in a competition with Deshaun Watson for the starting role.
- 4:48 PMYahoo Sports — Shedeur Sanders says blister on hand has healed
"In recent days, there's been chatter that Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders has been dealing with a blister on his hand that's affected his throwing.
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