Browns Rookie Filled With Emotion Ahead of Huge Personal Milestone
The quarterback battle between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders has mostly been the story to follow in the offseason on the side of the Cleveland Browns. That is now settled, with Cleveland deciding to go with Watson over Sanders, at least for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season against the Jacksonville Jaguars. But Cleveland’s […] The post Browns Rookie Filled With Emotion Ahead of Huge Personal…
Cleveland Browns have named Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback for the team's Week 1 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. However, the team's quarterback situation remains diverse, with Shedeur Sanders, Dillon Gabriel, and rookie Taylen Green all vying for playing time.
Rookie Taylen Green, who comes from a background of playing college football for both Boise State Broncos and Arkansas Razorbacks, is set to make his NFL debut on Thursday against the reigning AFC champions, New England Patriots. Speaking to media members, Green expressed his excitement, stating that he will be surrounded by family, with a night game and lights out only adding to the experience. He emphasized that the opportunity to play for the Cleveland Browns would be a dream come true.
The game against the Patriots will also be televised nationally, providing ample attention from football fans. While Watson is not expected to play in this game, Sanders may get some reps, with Green and Gabriel taking the lead in terms of quarterback duties. Green's selection in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft came after successful seasons with Boise State and Arkansas, where he recorded a total of 9,662 receiving yards and 59 touchdowns at a 60.1 percent completion rate.
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