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ArticleTodd Monken says starting QB will play first half vs. Bears, but doesn't announ...August 12, 2026

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the two quarterbacks, Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson, of his plan after Wednesday's practice. But both will play in the game.

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Watson competing for starting QB role; decision to be announced after Wednesday practice.

Deshaun Watson is competing with Shedeur Sanders for the starting quarterback position with the Browns; head coach Todd Monken will announce after Wednesday practice which quarterback starts the first preseason game against the Bears. Both will play, with the starter receiving the first half plus a two-minute drive, and the non-starter playing the third quarter.