Summary
The Cleveland Browns have decided not to play rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders in the near future. Instead, they will use veteran quarterback Joe Flacco as the primary backup to rookie Dillon Gabriel, who will start. The Browns' coaching staff prefers to keep Sanders off the field during his rookie season.
Key Facts
- The Cleveland Browns will not play rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders for now.
- Veteran Joe Flacco will be the primary backup quarterback for the Cleveland Browns.
- Rookie Dillon Gabriel will start as the quarterback in the game against the Minnesota Vikings.
- Offensive coordinator Tommy Rees stated that Joe Flacco is prepared to play as needed.
- The Browns may reconsider playing Sanders if Dillon Gabriel struggles.
- The Browns have two first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft and are evaluating their quarterback options.
- The team's decision indicates they want to assess Gabriel before making any changes.
- Sanders will continue working to show he is ready to play in future practices.
