Browns' Quarterback Competition Continues After Joint Practice with Bills

During a joint practice with the Buffalo Bills, Cleveland Browns quarterbacks Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders delivered underwhelming performances, raising questions about the starting quarterback position. Reports suggest that Sanders needed to significantly outperform Watson to remain in contention for the role ahead of the preseason game against the Bills.

Both quarterbacks reportedly had a day characterized by mediocre play, with neither standing out. Observations indicated that Watson and Sanders each made a few good throws but also had moments of inconsistency. This performance aligns with previous assessments throughout training camp.

Watson has maintained a lead in the competition since late April, and while Sanders is expected to start in the upcoming game, Browns head coach Todd Monken has indicated that veteran starters may not participate. A decision on the starting quarterback for Week 1 could be announced as early as Sunday or Monday.