Shedeur Sanders sparks Browns offense in tight game against Saints
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 4:12 AM
Last updated Nov 10, 2026

The Cleveland Browns faced the New Orleans Saints on November 8, 2026, with Shedeur Sanders starting at quarterback for the injured Deshaun Watson. Despite a slow start, Sanders led the Browns to an intense fourth quarter and overtime, throwing 297 yards and two touchdowns. Cleveland's offense struggled early but showed potential late in the game, with key contributions from receivers Denzel Boston and KC Concepcion. Ultimately, Cleveland fell short in overtime, raising questions about Sanders' rapid development as a starter. The team will look to rebound in their upcoming game.
- •Browns play Saints on November 8, 2026, with Sanders as starter.
- •Sanders completed 19 of 31 passes for 297 yards and 2 touchdowns.
- •Cleveland struggled with their ground game against a weak Saints defense.
- •Denzel Boston led receiving with 6 catches for 98 yards.
- •Browns lost in overtime, raising concerns about their offensive consistency.
- 4:12 AMYahoo Sports — The big-play potential returns for Browns offense with Shedeur Sanders
"Shedeur Sanders at least gave us something to talk about after three periods of nothing.
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