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Shedeur Sanders' Starting Role in Jeopardy; Browns Eye Willis

1/21/2026

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Shedeur Sanders, the Cleveland Browns quarterback, faces uncertainty about his starting role after a mixed rookie season.
He was promoted to starter after Dillon Gabriel's injury but faded late.
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports an NFC source doubts Sanders will keep the starting role in 2026.
The Browns may pursue Malik Willis, Green Bay Packers backup, who showed potential in limited play, as they seek a reliable quarterback.

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Story summary

Shedeur Sanders, the Cleveland Browns quarterback, faces uncertainty about his starting role after a mixed rookie season.
He was promoted to starter after Dillon Gabriel's injury but faded late.
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports an NFC source doubts Sanders will keep the starting role in 2026.
The Browns may pursue Malik Willis, Green Bay Packers backup, who showed potential in limited play, as they seek a reliable quarterback.