Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson was not present at the team's practice on Thursday, November 5, 2026, according to a report from the Akron Beacon Journal. In his absence, quarterback Shedeur Sanders received repetitions with the first-team offense.
The reason for Watson's absence was not immediately disclosed. Sanders, who joined the Browns organization, took advantage of the opportunity to work with the starting unit during the session.
Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal reported the development.
