Cleveland Browns face quarterback scrutiny under Todd Monken

The Cleveland Browns are facing significant scrutiny regarding their quarterback situation heading into the season. Head coach Todd Monken has named Deshaun Watson as the Week 1 starter, a decision that follows recent booing from the Cleveland fanbase. Watson, who holds a guaranteed $230 million contract, has addressed the crowd's reaction, describing it as “a little bit personal” and “a disrespectful thing.”

In addition to Watson, the Browns are managing the development of Shedeur Sanders, whom the team selected in the fifth round last season. The franchise has historically struggled with stability at the position, having cycled through 18 different Week 1 starting quarterbacks since the NFL expanded to 32 teams in 2002.