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Todd Monken closes in on his quarterback decision

The Cleveland Browns' quarterback decision is imminent, and fans are on edge as the team prepares to name its starter for the 2026 season.

By · Published August 26, 2026  13:06 UTC · Updated August 26, 2026  15:44 UTC

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The Browns announced that Deshaun Watson was named the starting quarterback for Week 1 of the 2026 season, beating out Shedeur Sanders. Todd Monken confirmed that Watson’s post‑game comments would not influence the decision.

Epilogue added 46d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: The Cleveland Browns' quarterback decision is imminent, and fans are on edge as the team prepares to name its starter for the 2026 season.
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The Cleveland Browns are set to announce their starting quarterback for the 2026 season, a decision that has kept fans and analysts on the edge of their seats. The announcement comes after weeks of speculation and debate, with two quarterbacks, Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, vying for the position.

The Browns' head coach, Todd Monken, has indicated that the decision will be made soon, and the team is expected to name Watson as the starter. This decision follows a period of intense scrutiny and public commentary, including Watson's recent callout of fans.

Monken has stated that Watson's postgame comments will not factor into the decision, focusing instead on the quarterbacks' performances and potential. The open question now is how the chosen quarterback will perform in the upcoming season and whether the decision will impact the team's overall success.

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Who are the two quarterbacks competing for the starting position?

The two quarterbacks competing for the starting position are Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders.

When will the Cleveland Browns announce their starting quarterback?

The Cleveland Browns are expected to announce their starting quarterback on Monday.

Will Deshaun Watson's postgame comments influence the decision?

No, Todd Monken has stated that Watson's postgame comments will not factor into the decision.

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Cleveland Browns NFL Deshaun Watson Shedeur Sanders Todd Monken Quarterback Decision

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