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Todd Monken to announce Browns' starting QB on August 24

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 7:35 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Todd Monken to announce Browns' starting QB on August 24

Summary

Browns coach Todd Monken will name the team's starting quarterback on August 24, following their second preseason game. The Browns lost 31-7 to the Buffalo Bills, with Shedeur Sanders starting and Deshaun Watson playing in the third quarter. The decision comes after a prolonged competition between Sanders and Watson for the starting role. Updates on the quarterback situation are expected after the announcement.

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By the Numbers

•Browns lost 31-7 to the Buffalo Bills in their last preseason game.
•Shedeur Sanders started at quarterback against the Bills.
•Deshaun Watson played in the third quarter of the game.
•Monken plans to finalize the starter by August 24.
•The battle for the QB position has lasted throughout the preseason.

Latest Updates

8:04 PMYahoo Sports — Cleveland Browns HC Todd Monken still not ready to name a starting QB
7:35 PMYahoo Sports — Todd Monken expected to name Browns starting QB Aug. 24

What they're saying

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Browns coach Todd Monken declined to name a starting quarterback a day after their second preseason game. However, he said the decision is near.
— Yahoo Sports