Overview
- Head coach Todd Monken said the Browns will not name a Week 1 starter after mandatory minicamp and will continue alternating reps through training camp and preseason.
- Shedeur Sanders showed measurable offseason gains in footwork, processing and decisiveness that insiders say have narrowed the gap with Deshaun Watson.
- Sanders finished his 2025 rookie year with 1,400 passing yards, seven touchdowns, 10 interceptions, a 56.6% completion rate and 23 sacks taken, illustrating both flashes and clear areas for growth.
- Deion Sanders has publicly defended his son by arguing that offensive line, receivers and coaching support contributed to Shedeur’s struggles, a stance that has drawn criticism from some analysts for hurting Shedeur’s draft perception.
- Cleveland’s offseason moves to improve line play and receivers plus the draft picks received in the Myles Garrett trade give the front office options to protect the team’s future if the 2026 competition does not produce a long‑term answer.