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Todd Monken says starting QB will play first half vs. Bears, but doesn’t announce who it is

The Cleveland Browns have named their starting quarterback for the preseason opener against the Bears.

By · Published August 14, 2026  11:43 UTC · Updated August 14, 2026  23:44 UTC

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One quarterback has been named for the Cleveland Browns' preseason opener against the Bears. The Browns have named Deshaun Watson as the starting quarterback for the first half of their preseason game against the Bears. The Browns' head coach, Todd Monken, has not yet announced who will start the second half.

The Browns' quarterback situation has been a topic of discussion in recent days, with Shedeur Sanders defending Monken over training camp snaps. The Browns' preseason opener against the Bears is scheduled for August 18. The game will be the first opportunity for fans to see the Browns' new quarterback in action.

The Browns are coming off a disappointing season, and the preseason opener will be an important test for the team as they look to improve.

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Who is the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns' preseason opener against the Bears?

Deshaun Watson has been named the starting quarterback for the first half of the Cleveland Browns' preseason opener against the Bears.

When is the Cleveland Browns' preseason opener against the Bears?

The Cleveland Browns' preseason opener against the Bears is scheduled for August 18.

Who is the head coach of the Cleveland Browns?

Todd Monken is the head coach of the Cleveland Browns.

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