Deshaun Watson starting Browns’ exhibition opener at QB, Shedeur Sanders to start next week vs Bills
Summary
Deshaun Watson will start as quarterback for the Cleveland Browns in their first preseason game against the Chicago Bears on Saturday, marking his first game since 2024. Shedeur Sanders will play the second half and is scheduled to start the next preseason game against the Buffalo Bills.Key Facts
- Deshaun Watson will start the Browns' exhibition opener against the Chicago Bears.
- This will be Watson’s first game action since October 2024, after injuries and an NFL suspension.
- Shedeur Sanders will take over in the second half of the game and start the following preseason game against the Bills.
- Browns coach Todd Monken announced the plan after practice without explaining the reasoning.
- Watson was signed by the Browns in 2022 with a $230 million guaranteed contract.
- Watson suffered a season-ending shoulder injury in 2023 and two Achilles tendon ruptures afterward.
- The Browns hope to decide their starting quarterback before the regular season begins on September 13 against Jacksonville.
- Watson has been improving during training camp and aims to show his best form despite past setbacks.
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