cleveland browns Quarterback Shedeur Sanders reacted to his new coach Todd Monken’s refusal to name a starting quarterback for the 2026 NFL season during his introductory press conference. The former Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator is expected to provide a spark to the offense after a lackluster season in the AFC North.

The Browns will have at least three quarterbacks on their roster in 2026: Sanders, Dillon Gabriel and Deshaun Watson. They may have more options after the offseason, and Monken wants to be cautious about that. After revealing that the Browns’ QB1 position is to be determined, the anchor told Kay Adams on his “Up & Adams” show that he expects to earn his spot through hard work.

“That’s what’s expected,” Sanders told Kay Adams. “I think every day I have to prove it to everyone and myself.”

Sanders Adding that he enters the offseason with multiple goals under his belt.

“It’s kind of like having goals and achieving those goals, whether they’re small goals, and small goals ultimately lead to long-term success,” Sanders explained. “So, it’s kind of like what you need to do is focus more deeply on all the things and things that you want to do and take control of your life and the things that you can control.”

In eight games, Sanders was 120-of-212 for 1,400 yards, seven touchdowns and 10 interceptions.

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Todd Monken breaks down what he’s looking for at quarterback in Shedeur Sanders situation

Todd Monken explained that when it comes to the type of quarterback he likes, the main thing he looks for is personality. The 53-year-old coach details how he wants one Who can lead the team And make your teammates believe in you.

“I’m going to start with character traits,” Monken said. “When you talk about who’s going to lead this team, who has the key pieces, who has the characteristics that teams want to follow and believe in them because the ball is in their hands every possession.”

Monken also added that physical traits are also important to him. However, for an experienced coach, having someone who can execute in critical moments is a must.