Overview
- On Friday, Deshaun Watson threw two interceptions during 11-on-11 work and coach Todd Monken bluntly said he “thought it sucked,” underscoring a rocky opening to live practice.
- The Browns are alternating Watson and Shedeur Sanders with first-team reps in training camp and general manager Andrew Berry says the team will play the player who is most productive on the field.
- The decision timeline centers on padded practices and the preseason, with the Browns’ first exhibition set for Aug. 15 against the Chicago Bears and the team intending to name a starter before Week 1.
- Watson enters this season in the final year of a fully guaranteed five-year, $230 million deal and has started just 19 games for Cleveland because of injuries and a suspension, including missing all of 2025 after re-tearing his Achilles.
- Shedeur Sanders offers a low-cost, team-controlled alternative after seven starts in 2025 and cleaner early camp numbers, and the outcome will shape short-term roster moves, possible trade interest, and longer-term quarterback planning.