Browns Settle on Starting QB for Preseason Opener vs Bears
Summary
The Cleveland Browns have chosen Deshaun Watson as the starting quarterback for their preseason opener against the Chicago Bears. Watson will play the first half, while Shedeur Sanders will start the following week, as the team continues to evaluate who will lead the offense in the regular season.Key Facts
- The Browns’ preseason opener is against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on Saturday.
- Deshaun Watson, who signed a $230 million contract, will start the game and play the first half.
- Shedeur Sanders, a second-year player, will start the next preseason game against the Buffalo Bills.
- Both quarterbacks have shared time with first- and second-team offenses during training camp.
- Coach Todd Monken said both players will get opportunities; the competition for the starting job is ongoing.
- Watson is recovering from two Achilles tendon injuries and has worked hard with trainers and his team.
- Both quarterbacks must learn a new offensive system led by coach Monken and offensive coordinator Travis Switzer.
- The preseason games will influence who becomes the Browns’ regular season starting quarterback.
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