# Todd Monken Faces Browns QB Dilemma as Watson and Sanders Struggle

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Podcast: [Afternoon Drive on The Fan](https://stenobird.com/podcast/afternoon-drive-on-the-fan-200563)
Published: 2026-06-05T19:38:08+00:00
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Duration seconds: 973

## Resource

Todd Monken faces a difficult decision regarding the Cleveland Browns' starting quarterback as both Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders struggle during OTAs. Zac Jackson of The Athletic provides insight into the competition, while Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin's discussion explores if the team's defensive talent can compensate for offensive inconsistencies. The conversation also touches on the Cleveland Guardians and the possibility of decimal jersey numbers. 01:02 - Browns QB Competition Analysis 03:45 - Monken's Quarterback Decision Timeline 06:03 - Browns Roster and Defensive Talent 12:23 - Shifting Narratives on Deshaun Watson 16:11 - Jersey Numbers and Guardians Update

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