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Robert Griffin III claims Browns’ Todd Monken wanted to start Shedeur Sanders over Deshaun Watson

The Cleveland Browns recently caused a stir when they named Deshaun Watson their starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders for the new season. The move was interpreted by many as having been made by head coach Todd Monken, although some have speculated that the decision could have come from higher up in the organization.

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The Cleveland Browns announced they have waived TE Brenden Bates from injured reserve and waived DE Benton Whitley. Bates was not counting against the

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 26

How Taylen Green could lead to Browns making wild Shedeur Sanders decision

Will one aspect of Green's ability force Cleveland's hand regarding Sanders?

Browns' Taylen Green makes feelings on Deshaun Watson controversy clear

Dan Orlovsky gives Browns fans advice for reacting to Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

Browns' Todd Monken explains big Shedeur Sanders decision after naming Deshaun Watson starter

Reporters debunk narrative about Browns' Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who led the NFL in passing yards since the AFL-NFL merger can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26

3 backup quarterbacks poised to steal starting jobs by midseason

Several NFL teams will open the season with veterans behind center and younger options waiting nearby. These three backup quarterbacks may not stay on the sideline for long.

Browns' Todd Monken explains surprising Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

Rich Eisen gives brutal verdict after Browns' Deshaun Watson decision

Dan Orlovsky gives Browns fans advice for reacting to Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Cleveland Browns News / A to Z Sports / August 26

Former Browns’ Day 2 draft pick and 5 other players who could play their last game for Cleveland on Thursday

Cleveland Browns’ final preseason game against the New England Patriots is on Thursday. There are multiple players who could be putting on the pads for Cleveland for the final time.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 26

'We're definitely gonna look': Joey McGuire gets candid about Texas Tech potentially adding NFL players

Didn't Texas Tech Red Raiders head coach Joey McGuire stir the pot enough during the Brendan Sorsby ordeal? Guess not. Now McGuire admits he's open to adding NFL players to his roster.

SEC adopts strict policy amid influx of pro players trying to return to college

Joey McGuire, Texas Tech land five-star OT Austin Attalah

Weekly Syllabus: Fifth-year madness in college football with Week 0 days away

The 'Big 12 football championship winners' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26

There's always 2027: What would constitute a successful season for four rebuilding NFL teams?

The 2026 NFL preseason isn't over, but some teams are already looking ahead to next season. For those squads, all hope isn't lost. The upcoming regular season can still be a positive, as long as expectations are recalibrated.

Jets have seemingly made Cade Klubnik decision

Three veteran NFL offensive free agents still on the market

Three NFL veterans who could be cut before Sunday’s roster deadline

Jets reportedly could make shocking Mike Tomlin, Lamar Jackson moves in 2027

The '200-yard, 2-TD NFL games' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / A to Z Sports / August 26

NFL Draft analyst proposes chaotic 2027 NFL Draft hypothetical for the Cleveland Browns QB room

Who is the future at quarterback for the Cleveland Browns? Their eyes should quickly turn to the 2027 NFL Draft class. The Cleveland Browns have a long, painful history of quarterback misses in the NFL Draft.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 26

Browns insider sounds alarms about future of Shedeur Sanders

One NFL insider painted a bleak picture regarding Sanders' future in Cleveland.

Browns' Todd Monken explains surprising Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

Dan Orlovsky gives Browns fans advice for reacting to Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

Shedeur Sanders’ Browns story may not be over despite losing starting job

More information about how Shedeur Sanders lost Browns' QB competition emerges

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Deshaun Watson News / Stadium Rant / August 26

The Cleveland Browns Quarterback Cycle Will Likely Continue Beyond 2026

The Cleveland Browns announced on Monday morning that Deshaun Watson will be the starting quarterback to begin the 2026 season. Watson “beat out” second-year QB Shedeur Sanders in a battle where neither player lit the world on fire, but Sanders arguably played better over the two preseason games.

NFL News / TWSN / August 26

What We Actually Learned from NFL Preseason Week 2

The NFL’s second week of preseason football has concluded, and the regular season is rapidly approaching. Position battles are wrapping up, final roster moves are being made, and players are preparing for the 18 weeks they are about to embark on. The Cleveland Browns have announced their Week 1 starting quarterback.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz

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The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / Viral Sports News / August 26

Cleveland Browns Terminate Contract of Historic Weapon

The Cleveland Browns have terminated the contract of tight end Dae’Quan Wright, waiving the undrafted free agent and clearing a path for one of the more unusual roster moves in recent NFL history.

Cleveland Browns News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 25

Browns’ most agonizing roster decision looming on 2026 cutdown day

For the Cleveland Browns’ 2026 roster, no roster decision will be more painful than what they must do at quarterback. The top of the room appears firmly defined with Deshaun Watson starting — at least for now.

LSU Tigers News / Yardbarker / August 25

SEC adopts strict policy amid influx of pro players trying to return to college

The SEC is aiming to keep the college in college sports.

LSU HC Lane Kiffin balks at his own suggested guardrails in welcoming NFL transfer

Big Ten makes rule change to keep NFL players out of college football

Big Ten programs facing major penalties if they violate new rule on NFL prohibition

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Exciting Cleveland Browns Defensive Back Injured at Practice

The Cleveland Browns have been routinely criticized since returning to the NFL in 1999 for a series of bad selections in the NFL Draft. But, there have been some finds via the undrafted free-agent route.

Cleveland Browns News / A to Z Sports / August 25

Cleveland Browns threw the kitchen sink at their rising rookie, and he’s going to be better off because of it

Cleveland Browns WR Denzel Boston has created plenty of buzz during training camp. In a recent practice he had to learn the difference in NFL players and NFL Pro Bowlers.

Cleveland Browns News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Todd Monken Faces Quarterback Decision Following Shedeur Sanders News

Todd Monken entered the NFL offseason with one major question surrounding the Cleveland Browns: Who would be the QB1 for the regular season, second-year quarterback Shedeur Sanders or veteran Deshaun Watson?

Cedric Tillman News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Cedric Tillman is on Hot Seat as Final Roster Decision Nears

The Cleveland Browns selected wide receiver Cedric Tillman in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft out of the University of Tennessee. General manager Andrew Berry and the team’s management hoped for much better results, but the 26-year-old has been mostly underwhelming in his first three seasons as a pro.

Cleveland Browns News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Dillon Gabriel to Start Preseason Finale, Rookie Taylen Green to see Time

The Cleveland Browns wrap up the preseason schedule Thursday night against the New England Patriots at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland at 8:00 p.m. ET.

Jimmy Haslam News / Ball Exclusives / August 25

Browns fans, it’s time to aim your vitriol towards Jimmy Haslam

The Cleveland Browns are an unserious franchise. I’ve never been afraid to say that and have long believed them to be the abyss as it relates to an NFL team.