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Browns' Quarterback Competition Heats Up as Shedeur Sanders Impresses

Rookie Shedeur Sanders gains attention for his work ethic and potential, while Deshaun Watson's injury and veteran options leave the starting role undecided.

Head coach Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns reacts against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second quarter in the game at Huntington Bank Field on November 21, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.
Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns walks off the field after rookie minicamp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on May 09, 2025 in Berea, Ohio.
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Overview

  • Shedeur Sanders, a fifth-round pick, has stood out in early evaluations with his work ethic and presence, impressing Browns coaches.
  • Head coach Kevin Stefanski has emphasized a merit-based approach to the quarterback competition, with no clear frontrunner announced yet.
  • Veteran Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett, along with rookies Dillon Gabriel and Sanders, are all vying for the starting quarterback position.
  • Deshaun Watson's status remains uncertain as he continues recovering from a torn Achilles suffered in 2024, complicating the team's decision-making process.
  • NFL analysts and insiders have speculated that Sanders could become the starter during the season, with some comparing his potential trajectory to Tom Brady's early career.