Watson Keeps Starting Job for Now | NFL News

0:00On September 7th, the Cleveland Browns are gearing up for their season opener, but the big buzz has been around whose under-center. Head coach Todd Munkin had an open competition, but ultimately, veteran Dishon Watson got the nod over the younger Shadour Sanders. This decision wasn't based on preseason games since starters barely played against backups. Instead, it likely came down to how they performed against the Browns' own tough defense in practice. Guard offensive guard Joel Baitonio, a guy who's seen it all with the Browns, weighed in on why Sanders didn't get the starting job. Baitonio pointed out that, while Sanders has shown flashes and improved, he still needs work on things like anticipation and how quickly he gets the ball out. Even with a clean pocket, taking too long to throw is a problem in the NFL, no matter how good your offensive line is. Sanders has a massive following, with fans who see him as a generational talent, comparing him to legends. They're vocal about their belief in him, sometimes overlooking the difference between

1:02college and the pro-game. In the NFL, defenders are elite, and even backups are a serious challenge, unlike what Sanders might have faced in the Pac-2 12. Baitonio also touched on the quarterback room, noting that both Sanders and backup Dylan are good guys who work hard. He highlighted Watson's strong performance in a second half game against the Ravens last year as a sign of what he can bring. It was a moment that seemed to restore confidence and his ability to lead the team to victory. Ultimately, Coach Mocken is focused on winning games, and he believes that Sean Watson gives the Browns the best chance to do that right now. Baitonio suggested that if the time comes, Shader Sanders will be ready to step in, but for now, Watson is the guy Munkin trusts to lead the team. This has been NFL News Today, powered by AI.