Browns front office open to trading Shedeur Sanders if value is right
ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler says Cleveland’s value-based approach could lead to a move for the second-year quarterback, though Deshaun Watson remains ahead in the competition.
The Cleveland Browns’ front office has indicated it would be open to trading quarterback Shedeur Sanders, provided the team receives sufficient value in return. This stance was outlined by ESPN NFL insider Jeremy Fowler during an appearance on ESPN Cleveland on Wednesday.
Fowler noted that general manager Andrew Berry’s organisation is fundamentally value-based. He stated that the Browns have demonstrated this approach in the past and would investigate a trade if good value is available. However, Fowler emphasised that it remains uncertain whether the club will act on trading Sanders at this stage.
The comments follow a heated quarterback competition between Sanders and veteran Deshaun Watson. Fowler observed Watson’s performance in the Browns’ preseason opener against the Chicago Bears on Saturday and believes the veteran is currently at the top of the battle for the starting role.
This assessment aligns with local reporting from Browns reporter Daryl Ruiter of 92.3 The Fan. Speaking on Tuesday, Ruiter stated that he has seen nothing from Sanders that suggests he is leapfrogging Watson for the position.
While no trade has been confirmed, Fowler’s remarks suggest that Sanders could be a potential trade chip if the right opportunity arises. The Browns’ willingness to explore such a move underscores the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the quarterback position as the team prepares for the regular season.
The specific criteria for "good value" have not been defined, leaving the door open for speculation as the competition continues. For now, Watson holds the advantage, but the front office’s value-driven strategy means the situation could shift if a compelling offer is presented.
