Browns QB update: Todd Monken hasn't decided between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders for Week 10

The competition remained open on Monday, with no final decision made between the two quarterbacks. Sanders’ performance against the Saints may have done enough to keep him in the frame for another chance, but the Browns have not yet committed to him for the next game.

That kind of uncertainty is familiar in the NFL, where quarterback decisions can turn quickly from week to week. Coaches often weigh more than one outing when making the call, especially at the game’s most important position, where timing, confidence and control of the offense all matter. A strong showing can push a player into consideration, but it does not always end the debate.

Watson remains part of the discussion, which means the Browns still have to choose between one option that has already been in the conversation and another that may have earned more attention after the Saints game. For a team, that sort of decision affects more than the lineup card; it shapes how the offense is approached from the first snap onward.

Sunday’s matchup with the Texans now carries a little extra intrigue because the Browns have not revealed which quarterback will get the nod. Whether Sanders gets another opportunity or Watson takes over, the decision will be closely watched because quarterback choices tend to define the tone of a game before it even begins. For now, the only certainty is that Week 10 still has an unresolved question under center.