2026 Cleveland Browns training camp preview

Key Points:

• The Cleveland Browns' 2026 training camp runs from July 28 to August 25 under new head coach Todd Monken, who faces a quarterback competition between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders following the trade of star defensive player Myles Garrett.
• Watson, returning healthy after Achilles surgeries, and Sanders, who started seven games as a rookie, are competing for the starting QB role, with Monken delaying a decision until seeing both in pads, practices, and preseason games.
• Key position battles include the quarterback competition, an open interior offensive line spot amid a mostly settled line, and an upgraded wide receiver group featuring rookies KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston alongside Pro Bowler Jerry Jeudy.
• The Browns' defense will adjust without Myles Garrett and former defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz, with Jared Verse expected to help maintain an elite defense under new coordinator Mike Rutenberg.
• The projected 53-man roster includes three quarterbacks (Watson, Sanders, Taylen Green), a strengthened wide receiver corps, and versatile offensive linemen, with the team focusing on developing young talent and improving overall performance.