Browns Unveil Monken's First Offseason Schedule

New head coach Todd Monken lays out key dates for minicamps, OTAs, and QB competition

Apr. 2, 2026 at 11:33pm

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Browns head coach Todd Monken has announced his first offseason schedule, which includes the start of the voluntary offseason program this week, a quarterback competition between Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders, and Dillon Gabriel, a voluntary veteran minicamp, rookie minicamp, and mandatory veteran minicamp.

Why it matters

Monken's first offseason schedule provides insight into how he plans to prepare the Browns for the upcoming season, including key dates for evaluating the team's quarterback situation and integrating new draft picks.

The details

The offseason program kicks off this week with media availability on Wednesday. Next week marks the official start of the quarterback competition, with Monken aiming to have the depth chart set by the end of spring practices. Browns GM Andrew Berry will hold his pre-draft press conference on April 16. Monken will then conduct a voluntary veteran minicamp from April 21-23, followed by rookie minicamp on May 8-10. Voluntary OTAs will take place in May, with the offseason program concluding with a mandatory veteran minicamp from June 9-11.

  • The voluntary offseason program starts this week, with media availability on April 5.
  • The quarterback competition between Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders, and Dillon Gabriel begins next week.
  • Browns GM Andrew Berry will hold his pre-draft press conference on April 16.
  • Monken's voluntary veteran minicamp runs from April 21-23.
  • Rookie minicamp is scheduled for May 8-10.

The players

Todd Monken

The new head coach of the Cleveland Browns, tasked with leading the team's offseason preparations.

Deshaun Watson

The Browns' starting quarterback, who will be competing for the job against two other quarterbacks.

Shedeur Sanders

One of the quarterbacks competing for the Browns' starting job.

Dillon Gabriel

One of the quarterbacks competing for the Browns' starting job.

Andrew Berry

The Browns' general manager, who will be finalizing the team's draft preparations.

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What they’re saying

“Everything is on the table at No. 6 and No. 24, including a trade down.”

— Andrew Berry, Browns General Manager

What’s next

The Browns will host the Bills for joint practices at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus during training camp, which is set to begin in late July.

The takeaway

Monken's first offseason schedule sets the stage for a critical evaluation period as the Browns look to solidify their quarterback situation and prepare for the upcoming draft and season. The team's new head coach is wasting no time in implementing his vision and getting the team ready for the challenges ahead.