Todd Monken Expresses Frustration as Browns Practice Ends Abruptly

During a training camp session on August 10, Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken ended practice prematurely due to frustrations with quarterbacks Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. As the team prepares for the 2026 season, clarity on the starting quarterback remains elusive.

Both quarterbacks faced difficulties, with Sanders' drive ending in three consecutive false starts and Watson's possession disrupted by penalties after completing two passes. Monken's frustration peaked when rookie left tackle Spencer Fano's penalty prompted him to send the unit off the field.

Monken had recently decided to give Watson all the first-team reps, which led to scrutiny regarding his decision-making. In a post-practice press conference, he addressed questions about the competition between the two quarterbacks, stating that it is close and that the player not participating in the preseason opener will start the next home game.