Dan Orlovsky Says Browns' QB Battle is 'Not Close' After Preseason Opener
ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky thinks one Cleveland Browns quarterback set himself apart in Saturday's exhibition game.
Dan Orlovsky, ESPN analyst, has expressed his opinion on the Cleveland Browns' quarterback battle following their preseason opener. After watching Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders both get meaningful playing time in the 34-10 loss to the Chicago Bears, Orlovsky stated that "after preseason Week 1, it's not close" in terms of who should start as the team's quarterback.
While Sanders had 79 yards and an interception in 11 passing attempts, Watson went 11 of 15 for 126 yards during his first NFL action since September 2024. Orlovsky praised Watson's faster ball release and more accurate throws, but he pointed out one play where Watson scrambled for a short gain instead of throwing deep. Despite Watson's better overall performance in the game, Orlovsky still believes Sanders needs more urgency in his decision-making, especially in critical moments.
He compared Sanders' rookie-year performance to that of a first-year quarterback and suggested that the Browns have some work to do before he can become the starting quarterback. The Browns will face the Buffalo Bills in the next preseason game on Saturday at 1 p.m. ET.
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