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ArticleBrowns coach says Deshaun Watson’s boo complaints were ‘just human’August 23, 2026

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The Cleveland Browns are preparing to name either Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders their starting quarterback to open the 2026 NFL season.

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Watson competing with Shedeur Sanders for Browns starting QB job; decision expected imminently.

The Cleveland Browns are preparing to name either Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders their starting quarterback to open the 2026 NFL season. Coach Todd Monken did not tip his hand on the decision but stated the team anticipated naming the starter the day after his comments, indicating an active competition between the two quarterbacks.

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Watson's poor preseason and polarizing tenure make him a risky Week 1 starter despite Monken's defense of his competitiv

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Watson drew focus after Browns' preseason loss to Buffalo.

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Watson's poor preseason showing and press conference threaten his 2026 starter status.

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Watson's preseason Week 2 performance (5-of-12, 36 yards, INT) raises concerns ahead of QB competition.

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Browns are probably gonna announced Deshaun Watson as the starter because it’s easier to then move onto Shedeur after a couple bad games than the opp...

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Watson's poor preseason and post-game conduct signal declining outlook for 2026 season.

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