Monken Names Sanders Starting Quarterback Amidst Watson’s Return to Practice
In Berea, Ohio, Todd Monken has announced Shedeur Sanders will start at quarterback for the upcoming game, even as Deshaun Watson returns to practice.
Cleveland Akron, OH, November 6, 2026 — In Berea, Ohio, a significant quarterback decision has been made for the upcoming game. Todd Monken, the offensive coordinator, announced that Shedeur Sanders will be the starting quarterback. This announcement comes concurrently with the news that Deshaun Watson is returning to practice.
The specifics regarding the date of the upcoming game were not provided. The decision to start Sanders, while Watson rejoins team practice, raises questions about the team’s quarterback rotation and strategy for future contests. Further details about the reasons behind this quarterback assignment were not disclosed at the time of the announcement.
Deshaun Watson’s return to practice marks a development for the team, though his readiness to play in the upcoming game was not detailed. Information regarding the duration of his absence from practice or his current physical status was not made public.
The role and performance expectations for both Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson in the immediate future remain key points of interest for the team and its followers. No further statements were released regarding the quarterbacks’ roles or the timeline for their participation in games.
Story summarized from the original created by Mary Kay Cabot on www.cleveland.com, see more information here.
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