Cleveland Browns Quarterback Competition Unresolved After Joint Practice with Buffalo Bills
A joint practice between the Cleveland Browns and the Buffalo Bills did not resolve the Browns' quarterback competition, according to the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
Cleveland Akron, OH, August 21, 2026 —
Cleveland, OH – A highly anticipated joint practice between the Cleveland Browns and the Buffalo Bills has concluded, but it has not provided a definitive answer in the Browns’ ongoing quarterback competition. The practice sessions, intended to offer a competitive environment for evaluating the team’s signal-callers, have reportedly left the decision unresolved, according to insights shared on the Orange and Brown Talk podcast.
The joint practices offered a unique opportunity for the Browns’ quarterbacks to face a different defense under game-like conditions, a valuable experience as the team narrows down its options. However, the outcome of these sessions did not appear to significantly shift the dynamics of the competition, leaving the question of who will start under center for the Browns unanswered.
Details regarding specific performances or critical moments from the joint practices involving the quarterbacks were not elaborated upon in the summary provided. The podcast’s assessment suggests that while the competitive reps were beneficial, they did not create enough separation among the contenders to make a clear decision at this juncture.
The Cleveland Browns have been evaluating their quarterback situation throughout the preseason. The team’s coaching staff and front office are tasked with identifying the most capable player to lead the offense. The lack of a clear resolution following the practices against the Bills indicates that the evaluation process will continue.
Further analysis and observation will be necessary as the Browns approach their upcoming games and the regular season. The quarterback competition remains a central storyline for the team, with fan and media attention focused on the eventual decision.
Story summarized from the original created by Orange and Brown Talk Podcast on www.cleveland.com, see more information here.
