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Berry’s comments lay out a 2026 QB competition: Deshaun Watson remains on the roster, while Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel will compete and outside options will be considered. Because of Watson’s contract, Cleveland won’t cut or trade him in 2026, instead exploring a restructure to enable a 2027 release while keeping updates through July.
At the NFL Scouting Combine, Browns GM Andrew Berry said it’s too early to name a Week 1 starter, keeping an open competition between Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson while weighing external QBs like Malik Williams and Ty Simpson under a new coaching staff after a 5-12 season and Watson’s costly, injury-plagued tenure.
At the scouting combine, Browns GM Andrew Berry said they will not rush a 2026 QB1 decision, envisioning Sanders and Watson competing as Dillon Gabriel remains under contract and the club could add another QB in free agency or the draft. Sanders must learn Cleveland's new offense and grow, Watson aims to return healthier, and Berry stressed that competition will guide the process with no limits on adding depth if it helps the roster.
With Rooney Rule scrutiny in play, the Browns’ coaching search continues among top candidates Grant Udinski, Nathan Scheelhaase, and Todd Monken (with Jim Schwartz a possibility), as cap maneuvers tied to the Deshaun Watson deal and potential Haslam involvement shape the process. The team remains focused on a long-term plan—centered on the 2027 draft—rather than immediate 2026 roster upgrades, and the Rooney Rule applies to OC hires as well.
Kevin Stefanski is taking responsibility for the Cleveland Browns' ongoing organizational dysfunction, largely stemming from a controversial and costly trade for Deshaun Watson, which has contributed to the team's struggles despite Stefanski's on-field successes. The Browns' management, including owner Jimmy Haslam, faces scrutiny over their decision-making and future plans, with Stefanski likely to find opportunities elsewhere in the NFL.
The Cleveland Browns have decided not to activate quarterback Deshaun Watson for the 2024 season, with plans for him to return in 2025 after recovering from his second Achilles injury. Watson has been making progress in rehab and team activities but will remain on the reserve/PUP list for now, with the team emphasizing his value and future contribution.
The Cleveland Browns have opened the practice window for quarterback Deshaun Watson to return after his Achilles injury, which sidelined him since Week 7 of the 2024 season following two surgeries.
Deshaun Watson demonstrated impressive agility and arm strength during a recent throwing workout at the Browns facility, with coach Kevin Stefanski and team officials observing, as he prepares for the upcoming season. Kevin Stefanski also announced Dillon Gabriel as the No. 2 quarterback.
The Cleveland Browns face a complex quarterback situation with Deshaun Watson's return from injury potentially complicating their roster and cap management, leading to possible disputes and a challenging season ahead.
The Cleveland Browns placed QB Deshaun Watson on the active/physically unable to perform list due to his Achilles surgery, expecting him to miss at least the first four games, and also placed DT Mike Hall Jr. on the PUP list for knee rehab. Wide receiver David Bell was moved to the non-football injury list, and Jaelen Gill was waived due to non-football injury.
An arbitration ruling found no collusion among NFL clubs to restrict guaranteed player contracts, despite evidence suggesting league management encouraged teams to reduce guarantees in 2022, following the precedent set by Deshaun Watson's fully guaranteed deal. The decision clarified that while concerted action was contemplated and invited, no damages were awarded, and league officials denied any wrongdoing.
The Cleveland Browns have four quarterbacks competing for the starting job, with all of them having a chance to win, as stated by offensive coordinator Tommy Rees. The team plans to evaluate them during minicamp and develop their skills before training camp, while also considering the impact of Deshaun Watson's potential return. The competition is expected to narrow down before the season begins, with the team preparing for Week 1 against the Bengals.
The Cleveland Browns are in a complex quarterback situation with multiple players including Deshaun Watson, Kenny Pickett, Joe Flacco, Dillon Gabriel, and Shedeur Sanders. The author predicts Pickett will be the odd man out, possibly traded before the season, leaving Flacco, Gabriel, and Sanders to compete for the starting role, while the team hopes Watson remains healthy.
The Cleveland Browns' quarterback room lacks a unified playing style, featuring four quarterbacks with diverse skills, which complicates offensive strategy development. The team is experimenting with different approaches during the offseason, but this diversity may hinder finding the best fit. Coach Kevin Stefanski faces the challenge of molding an effective offense that accommodates these varied styles during OTAs and training camp.
Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam plans to evaluate the team's disappointing season after it concludes, despite expressing confidence in coach Kevin Stefanski and GM Andrew Berry. The Browns have fallen from a playoff team to a 3-10 record, leaving Haslam perplexed. Decisions about the quarterback position, particularly regarding Deshaun Watson's hefty guaranteed contract, remain pending. Haslam's final decisions will likely influence the team's future direction.