Shedeur Sanders is officially the Cleveland Browns’ starting quarterback for Week 9, marking his first start of the 2026 season. This is the real deal, folks, and it means the Browns are rolling with the rookie as Deshaun Watson remains sidelined.
Watson’s Concussion Protocol: No Clear End in Sight
The big reason Sanders is stepping up? Deshaun Watson is still deep in concussion protocol. Browns head coach Todd Monken confirmed on Friday that Watson hasn’t been ruled out entirely and is currently listed as questionable for the game. But with Sanders getting the QB1 nod, it’s clear Watson isn’t ready to go. You gotta wonder when Watson will be back on the field, and that uncertainty hangs heavy over the team.
Sanders’ Moment: First Start of the Season
So, it’s Shedeur Sanders’ time to shine. This will be his first start of the 2026 season, and it’s a big one for him and for the Browns. He’ll be under center when they face off against the New Orleans Saints. Can he step up and lead the charge? We’re about to find out.
The focus now shifts entirely to Sanders and how he performs in his debut as a starter. All eyes will be on him and the Browns as they head into Week 9 against the Saints.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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