Browns Send Message on Replacing Watson With Shedeur Sanders

The Cleveland Browns made their feelings clear on replacing Deshaun Watson with Shedeur Sanders.

By J.R. DeGroote · Heavy

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 10:40 PM

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The Browns signaled they are sticking with Deshaun Watson as the starting quarterback over backup Shedeur Sanders.
Cleveland defeated the Baltimore Ravens 13-10 after Andre Szmyt made a game-winning field goal as time expired.
Head coach Todd Monken awarded Watson a game ball following a decisive 33-yard completion to Jerry Jeudy.

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Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken reaffirmed his support for starting quarterback Deshaun Watson over backup Shedeur Sanders following a 13-10 win against the Baltimore Ravens. Despite an uneven offensive display, Watson led a late drive featuring a 33-yard pass to Jerry Jeudy that set up Andre Szmyt's game-winning field goal. Monken awarded Watson a postgame game ball, praising his ability to execute when needed.

Watson finished 16 of 26 for 164 yards and was sacked five times as Cleveland improved to 4-2. Sanders remains the primary backup, but reporters note that Watson is not currently on a short leash despite his inconsistent performances.

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