Deshaun Watson and Sheduer Sanders debut in 2026 preseason
For Watson, this is a "watch" situation, not a "draft with confidence" one — a coaching change and an unresolved QB competition historically correlate with volatility, and until there's clearer reporting on who wins the job and how the offense is being built around him, keep his ADP expectations modest. Do not draft him as a top-tier fantasy QB1 based on name value alone; treat him as a mid-to-late flier pending training camp clarity.
Sanders is intriguing as a rookie/developmental name attached to a new offensive system, but with no stats, snap counts, or depth-chart confirmation provided, he's speculative at best — a late-round dynasty or deep-bench stash if you're in a keeper/dynasty format, and not draftable in shallow redraft leagues yet.
Bottom line: hold both in a wait-and-see bucket. Do not commit real draft capital until you get concrete camp reports — starter designation, snap distribution, or depth chart movement. Revisit this profile once Cleveland's QB picture sharpens; right now it's noise with mild negative shading, not actionable fantasy signal.
Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson will make their 2026 preseason debuts today against the Bears. USA TODAY Sports is tracking their performances.