Cleveland Browns Head Coach Todd Monken revealed Shedeur Sanders’ response after being named the backup quarterback to DeShaun Watson for the 2026 NFL season. The decision came after a thorough evaluation process during training camp and preseason games.
Monken explained that the Browns dedicated both training camp and two preseason games to fairly assess both Sanders and Watson in a competition for the QB1 position for the 2026 season. This evaluation process was designed to ensure an unbiased decision regarding who would lead the team as starting quarterback.
The Browns ultimately determined that DeShaun Watson would be the starting quarterback, leading to Shedeur Sanders being named his backup. Monken shared details of Sanders’ reaction to the news, stating, “Shedeur Sanders reacted when he was told he would be DeShaun Watson’s backup QB for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.” The specific details of Sanders’ reaction were not elaborated upon in the report.
The decision highlights the competitive nature of the Browns’ quarterback room and the coaching staff’s commitment to selecting the player they believe gives the team the best chance to succeed in the 2026 season.
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