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Sanders Shines, Watson Struggles in Browns Preseason Loss
23 Aug
Summary
- Shedeur Sanders impressed with efficient passing and decision-making.
- Deshaun Watson had an inconsistent performance with an interception.
- The Browns are evaluating their starting quarterback position.
In a 31-7 preseason loss to the Buffalo Bills, Shedeur Sanders made a compelling case for the starting quarterback position with the Cleveland Browns. Sanders, competing with Deshaun Watson, completed his first eight passes and finished 9 of 11 for 74 yards, displaying improved patience and decision-making. He threw one interception, which was tipped and picked off.
Deshaun Watson, playing into the fourth quarter, completed 5 of 12 passes for 35 yards and also threw an interception. The Browns, now 0-2 in the preseason, are still evaluating their quarterback situation as coach Todd Monken nears a decision between Watson and Sanders.
The Bills, who rested many starters, saw strong performances from backup quarterbacks Kyle Allen and Shane Buechele. Allen completed 10 of 12 passes for 128 yards and a touchdown, while Buechele contributed a scoring pass and a rushing touchdown.
The game also saw a 64-minute weather delay. Tragically, the Bills issued a statement mourning the death of Bills defensive end Ed Oliver's 2-year-old son, who drowned in June. The Browns are also assessing a potential serious lower leg injury sustained by defensive end Alex Wright.
