NFL execs help predict four QB1 battles: Who will start for the Falcons, Browns, Raiders and Vikings?
Tua Tagovailoa or Michael Penix Jr.? Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders? We talked to NFL sources to project open QB1 races in Cleveland, Las Vegas, Atlanta and Minnesota.
The NFL offseason is heating up, and with it, several quarterback competitions are emerging as must-watch storylines. The Atlanta Falcons, Cleveland Browns, Las Vegas Raiders, and Minnesota Vikings are all expected to have open QB1 battles, with NFL executives weighing in on who might come out on top. In Atlanta, the decision between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. will be crucial, as the team's offense looks to take a step forward.
In Cleveland, the battle between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders will be closely watched, given the high expectations surrounding the Browns' roster. Meanwhile, the Raiders and Vikings will also be looking to solidify their quarterback positions, with each team hoping to find a signal-caller who can lead them to playoff contention. These quarterback competitions will have significant implications for each team's chances of success in the upcoming season.
As the offseason progresses, all eyes will be on these quarterback battles, with teams looking to build around their chosen QB1. What to watch next: how these quarterback competitions play out in training camp and preseason, and which teams ultimately emerge as contenders in their respective divisions. Will the Browns' high-powered offense be able to overcome any quarterback uncertainty, or will the Falcons' young quarterback take the league by storm? Stay tuned for more updates as the NFL offseason heats up.
Originally reported by espn.com. SportsNewsNow adds analysis for sports & fitness readers.