Browns to Host Bills for Joint Practices Ahead of Preseason

Cleveland and Buffalo will face off in training camp ahead of their preseason matchup.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 1:55am

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The Cleveland Browns are planning to host the Buffalo Bills for joint practices during training camp this summer, marking the first time these two teams will meet in practices since 2015. The Browns have made joint practices a priority in recent seasons, hosting the Minnesota Vikings, Philadelphia Eagles, and others. The Bills, led by star quarterback Josh Allen, will provide a tough test for the Browns' new-look offense and defense as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Why it matters

These joint practices give the Browns a valuable opportunity to evaluate their team against high-level NFL competition before the regular season begins. With a quarterback battle potentially still ongoing between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, the Bills' stout defense and dynamic offense led by Josh Allen will provide a great measuring stick for Cleveland's roster.

The details

The dates for the joint practices have not yet been finalized, but the Browns and Bills are expected to hold the sessions during training camp this summer. Last August, the Browns traveled to Philadelphia to practice against the Eagles before their preseason matchup. In 2024, the team hosted the Minnesota Vikings for two days of joint practices. In both 2023 and 2022, the Browns practiced against the Eagles.

  • The Browns and Bills will hold joint practices during training camp this summer.
  • The last time the Browns and Bills held joint practices was in 2015.

The players

Josh Allen

The star quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, known for his athleticism and deep-ball passing abilities.

Deshaun Watson

The Browns' starting quarterback, who is expected to compete with Shedeur Sanders for the job during training camp.

Shedeur Sanders

The Browns' young quarterback prospect who will compete with Deshaun Watson for the starting job during training camp.

Todd Monken

The new head coach of the Cleveland Browns, who is looking to evaluate his team's offense and defense against the Bills' talented roster.

Sean McDermott

The former head coach of the Buffalo Bills, who was fired after last season and replaced by offensive coordinator Joe Brady.

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What they’re saying

“In an ideal situation, the team would know their starting quarterback heading into training camp.”

— Todd Monken, Head Coach, Cleveland Browns

What’s next

The Browns will shift their focus to the NFL Draft, where they hold the 6th and 24th overall picks in the first round.

The takeaway

The joint practices between the Browns and Bills will provide a valuable test for Cleveland's roster as they prepare for the upcoming season. With a quarterback battle potentially still ongoing, the Browns will get a chance to evaluate their options against one of the NFL's top teams.