Todd Monken aims to name the Browns’ Week 1 starting quarterback sooner rather than later, ideally before July’s training camp. Speaking on a radio show, Monken said he would love to designate the starter early, but acknowledges progress will come after more on-field work and practice reps. The decision is complicated by limited reps, the need to target a starter for opening day, and the reality that the team will continue evaluating through the spring and into summer.
Competition remains tight at quarterback, with Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders vying for the job. Cleveland.com previously noted Watson holding an early lead in the competition. The Browns will hold rookie minicamp on May 8–9, and Watson and Sanders are expected to resume the quarterback competition when offseason workouts resume on June 1.
Key takeaways:
– Monken would prefer to name a Week 1 starter before July, but progress depends on reps and on-field work.
– Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders are the primary contenders, with Watson reportedly ahead early.
– Rookie minicamp is May 8–9, followed by offseason workouts starting June 1 to continue evaluating the quarterback competition.
