Summary
The Cleveland Browns named rookie Dillon Gabriel as the new starting quarterback, replacing Joe Flacco for their upcoming game against the Minnesota Vikings. Shedeur Sanders, another rookie quarterback for the Browns, declined to comment on the team's quarterback decision, causing a stir.
Key Facts
- The Cleveland Browns will start Dillon Gabriel as quarterback against the Minnesota Vikings.
- Gabriel was the 94th overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft and this will be his first start.
- He briefly played in games against the Baltimore Ravens and Detroit Lions, completing all three passes in these appearances.
- Gabriel earned the starting position after Joe Flacco struggled as the Browns' quarterback.
- Fellow rookie Shedeur Sanders refused to comment on the quarterback change, which drew attention.
- Sanders has been rumored as a potential trade candidate ahead of the NFL deadline.
- Sanders reportedly declined a draft pick by the Baltimore Ravens due to not wanting to back up Lamar Jackson.
