Todd Monken anticipates naming a starting quarterback on Monday
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Key Points:
- Browns coach Todd Monken announced the team will name a starting quarterback on Monday, though he has a few factors left to consider before making the final decision.
- Monken stated that recent fan reactions to quarterback Deshaun Watson, including boos and cheers related to his injury, will not influence the starting quarterback decision.
- The coach emphasized focusing on team and offensive performance rather than fan sentiment, despite the complicated and contentious history surrounding Watson’s trade and contract.
- It is unlikely Watson will play in the upcoming Thursday preseason game, especially if he is not named the starter, with Dillon Gabriel and Taylen Green expected to see playing time instead.
- Monken appears to be finalizing his choice and preparing the team for the announcement, but it remains unclear what factors will ultimately sway his decision by Monday.
