Overview
- Local reporting from cleveland.com said Watson took most first‑team reps in voluntary minicamp and has the inside track, though the team has not named a starter.
- Shilo Sanders told veteran reporter Mary Kay Cabot to “Go make a sandwich, Mary” and later accused her on Twitch of pushing an agenda against his brother, drawing broad backlash.
- Head coach Todd Monken called the social‑media remarks outside noise and said he is not ready to name QB1, stressing that evaluations will continue through OTAs and June work.
- Analysts note Shedeur Sanders flashed as a rookie but posted low efficiency with 10 interceptions and a bottom‑tier passer rating, while Watson enters a contract year after major injuries and limited availability.
- The Browns rebuilt their offense with a new-look line and two drafted wideouts, and voices from inside and outside the team split on the race, with Mark Schlereth backing Watson and defender Maliek Collins praising Shedeur’s confidence.