Deshaun Watson secured consecutive first-team reps over rookie Shedeur Sanders in Cleveland’s training camp quarterback rotation, signaling head coach Todd Monken favors the veteran. Despite Watson posting a 72.0 True Passer Rating in 2024, three straight efficient practices earned him exclusive starter work while Sanders—boasting an 81st-percentile 19.6 Breakout Age—waits on deck.

Watson is currently in the lead, but he is highly unlikely to be under center in the second half of  the season. Regardless, this camp development will inevitably suppress Sanders’ superflex value. Expect this position competition to continue through the preseason games before Cleveland officially names its Week 1 starter against Jacksonville.