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August 28, 2025

Kevin Stefanski Details What Shedeur Sanders's Role With Browns Will Be

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Kevin Stefanski Details What Shedeur Sanders's Role With Browns Will Be

Flacco starts for Cleveland, with Shedeur Sanders as the third QB and Dillon Gabriel as the likely QB2. Bailey Zappe joined the practice squad, keeping a crowded room. Week 1 against Cincinnati looms, and Sanders will be dressed but unlikely to see action unless Flacco falters; Gabriel could get a chance if that happens, altering Sanders’ backup trajectory in 2025.

Which Browns QB presents the strongest short-term fantasy upside if Flacco struggles in Week 1?If Flacco remains healthy, what’s the odds Sanders sees any action before Week 5?How does Bailey Zappe’s practice-squad role affect Cleveland’s QB development and potential late-season moves?Which Week 1 Bengals matchup would maximize Cleveland’s run-heavy approach and limit Sanders’ upside?

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