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ArticleDeshaun Watson uneven in first start since 2024: Week 1 statsSeptember 13, 2026

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The former first-round pick had to compete with second-year quarterback Shedeur Sanders in training camp and the preseason to win the QB1 gig. Despite a mixed bag of results from both quarterbacks, Monken opted to have Watson start Week 1.

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Sanders lost QB competition to Watson for Browns' Week 1 start

Second-year quarterback Shedeur Sanders competed with Deshaun Watson in training camp and preseason for the Browns' starting QB job heading into 2026, but new head coach Todd Monken ultimately selected Watson as the Week 1 starter despite mixed results from both quarterbacks.