Deshaun Watson starting Browns’ exhibition opener at QB, Shedeur Sanders to start next week vs Bills
Berea, Ohio (AP) — Deshaun Watson will take the starting position as quarterback for the Cleveland Browns' exhibition opener against the Chicago Bears on Saturday. This marks Watson's first game action since 2024, following a tumultuous year plagued by injuries and controversy. Watson, 30, signed a $230 million contract with the Browns in 2022.
He has been battling it out with rookie Shedeur Sanders for the starting quarterback position throughout training camp. Following Wednesday's practice, first-year coach Todd Monken informed both players of the plan for the first two preseason games. Watson is set to start the first half, with Sanders to take over for the third quarter.
The roles will be reversed when the Browns face the Buffalo Bills on August 22. Monken aims to determine which quarterback will be the team's starter for the regular season, which begins on September 13.
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