The Browns finalized their QB depth chart: Joe Flacco will start, Dillon Gabriel is the top backup, and Shedeur Sanders sits as the third string. Stefanski stresses a thorough evaluation from both game reps and practices as the competition shaped this order, with Gabriel showing growth and readiness to push if needed.

Gabriel shined in the preseason finale, posting 12-of-19 for 129 yards and leading an 11-play, 86-yard TD drive, finishing two games with 25-of-37 for 272 yards, a TD and an INT. Sanders began with a strong 138-yard, two-TD opener but dealt with injuries and a rough Rams showing, highlighting Cleveland’s current plan and long-term development path for its quarterback room.