At first glance, the Cleveland Browns quarterback room might seem more like a battlefield than a brotherhood. With multiple players vying for the QB1 spot, tensions would seem inevitable. But Shedeur Sanders is now speaking out, revealing what’s really happening behind those doors including his thoughts on Deshaun Watson, the competition, and the dynamic among teammates.
Rumors from sports talk shows and locker room whispers have painted a picture of internal conflict, suggesting that the Browns quarterbacks don’t get along. After all, they’re all chasing the same goal: becoming the starting quarterback for one of the NFL’s most watched teams. But Shedeur has decided to set the record straight and share what really goes down in that meeting room, because not everything adds up with what’s being said on the outside.
The internal fight between Browns QBs to be the chosen one
Deshaun Watson, due to a lingering shoulder injury that required surgery, is expected to miss significant time in the upcoming season. With him sidelined, the spotlight now falls on the rest: veteran Joe Flacco, former Steelers starter Kenny Pickett, rookie Dillon Gabriel, and Shedeur Sanders himself. It’s a crowded race for the QB1 job and many would assume it’s every man for himself.
And sure, competition is real. In a room full of quarterbacks, you’re always analyzing the others watching for their weaknesses, trying to be one step ahead. But according to Shedeur, that’s not the vibe inside. In a recent interview, he explained that the atmosphere is much more unified than people think. “Outside the room, people try to put us against each other, but inside the room, we know we won.”
Shedeur talks about admiring Joe Flacco even admitting he sometimes still can’t believe they’re on the same team. He respects Kenny Pickett and pays attention to how he handles things as a professional. Every guy has a different personality, but there’s mutual respect. Even Deshaun Watson, though injured, is fully present in meetings and contributes to the group. It’s not about outshining each other; it’s about lifting each other up.
The Colorado rookie also knows what it means to be a teammate. Despite some calling him arrogant, he’s showing he’s here to earn his spot the right way. It’s not about politics or past hype anymore; it’s about discipline, work ethic, and performance. He’s not just competing, he’s growing.
So no, it’s not a war room. It’s a room full of strategy, mentorship, and shared ambition. Even though only one quarterback will take the field most Sundays, the rest understand they’re part of something bigger. For rookies like Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders, this is just the beginning and being in a room like this might be one of the best ways to start.
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