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Browbs Uncertain at QB Despite Talent

New Cleveland Browns coach Todd Monken enters his first season without a clear franchise quarterback, opting to evaluate current options Watson and Sanders before potentially looking to the 2027 draft.

New Browns coach Todd Monken didn't have the luxury of choosing his first NFL head coaching job, taking the position in Cleveland despite inheriting a volatile quarterback situation. The organization decided not to pursue other options in free agency or the draft, choosing instead to evaluate what they have with veteran Deshaun Watson and second-year pro Shedeur Sanders.

Watson, 30, hasn't played well since 2020 and has appeared in just 19 games over the past five seasons. Sanders, despite hype, showed poor accuracy as a rookie with a 56.6% completion percentage and more interceptions (10) than touchdowns (7). While the Browns have talent elsewhere, particularly on defense, their future quarterback will likely come from the 2027 NFL draft. forestarrow.help