Shedeur Sanders to Start at Quarterback for Cleveland Browns Amidst Deshaun Watson’s Concussion Protocol
The Cleveland Browns are naming Shedeur Sanders as their starting quarterback for their upcoming game against the New Orleans Saints, as Deshaun Watson is currently in concussion protocol.
Topeka, KS, November 6, 2026 —
The Cleveland Browns have announced that Shedeur Sanders will step in as the starting quarterback for the team’s forthcoming game against the New Orleans Saints. This decision comes as current starting quarterback Deshaun Watson has been placed in concussion protocol.
The exact date of the upcoming game against the Saints was not specified in the provided information. However, the team’s move indicates that Watson will not be cleared to play while undergoing the NFL’s mandatory concussion protocol. This protocol is designed to ensure the safety of players and involves a series of steps and evaluations before a player can return to action.
Shedeur Sanders, who has been with the team, will now take the helm for a critical matchup. The transition to a new starting quarterback, particularly under these circumstances, often brings a shift in offensive strategy and dynamics. Further details regarding the team’s offensive game plan with Sanders at quarterback were not immediately available.
The status of Deshaun Watson’s return to play will depend on his recovery and successful navigation of the concussion protocol. Information regarding the timeline for his return, or the extent of his injury, was not provided. The team’s announcement focuses solely on the immediate change in starting personnel for the next scheduled game. The organization has not released further commentary on the quarterback situation beyond this designation.
Story summarized from the original created by JOE REEDY, Associated Press on www.ksnt.com, see more information here.
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