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

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Shedeur Sanders states case as Browns starter

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Sanders' preseason performance keeps QB competition open against struggling Watson.

Shedeur Sanders made a case for the Browns starting quarterback role after Watson's poor preseason Week 2 performance. Sanders started the game and performed well enough to keep the competition open, with the coaching staff noting they could have coached and played better overall, suggesting Sanders' performance was competitive.

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Shedeur SandersNeutralProjection

Sanders' rookie struggles remain severe, but starting him offers PR safety and a clean slate.

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Shedeur SandersNegativeProjection

Sanders excels with clean pockets but struggles under pressure; first-team defense test pending.

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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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Shedeur SandersNeutralRole

Sanders offers PR safety and a fresh start after disastrous rookie year, but lacks on-field evidence of QB1 capability.

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Shedeur SandersPositiveRole

Sanders' solid preseason showing reopens 2026 starter competition with Watson.

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Shedeur SandersNeutralRole

Sanders started preseason game vs. Buffalo; competition now uncertain after Watson's poor outing.

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