Stephen A. Smith wasn't impressed by Shedeur Sanders in Week 9

Shedeur Sanders had moments of brilliance on Sunday, but also moments that left fans scratching their heads or yelling something worse. There were definitely some moments of brilliance in moving the ball downfield, but the Browns are sticking with Deshaun Watson going forward. Before we all move on

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Shedeur Sanders had moments of brilliance on Sunday, but also moments that left fans scratching their heads or yelling something worse. There were definitely some moments of brilliance in moving the ball downfield, but the Browns are sticking with Deshaun Watson going forward.

Before we all move on to Week 10 and another Deshaun Watson start, folks are still discussing the play of Sanders. The latest person to discuss his play and be critical was ESPN's Stephen A. Smith. The veteran media presence spoke about his play and the idea of him replacing Watson on First Take.

“I didn’t see anything yesterday that warrants Shedeur Sanders taking Deshaun Watson’s job.”@stephenasmith comments on the Browns’ QB situation 👀 pic.twitter.com/B2CF5uc42E
— First Take (@FirstTake) November 9, 2026

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he didn't "see anything" to justify a switch, some folks did. There was definitely a mixed crowd in terms of folks who wanted to see Sanders get an extended chance, but a full-time change was never going to happen. Watson will now have to handle a tough Texans' defense as the Browns look to stop the two-game skid they are on before the season is lost.

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