Browns face decision with four quarterbacks before roster cutdown
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 11:34 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Cleveland Browns are evaluating their quarterback situation with roster cuts approaching. Deshaun Watson is secure as the starter, while Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders, and Taylen Green are vying for the remaining spots. The Browns will have to release or trade one of these quarterbacks before the cut deadline on Sunday at 6 p.m. Gabriel had a solid preseason, Green offers athletic upside but needs development, and Sanders has garnered attention but struggled on the field. The final decision impacts not only the quarterbacks but the team's depth heading into the season.
- •Deshaun Watson is named the Browns' starting quarterback.
- •Cuts must come by Sunday at 6 p.m.
- •Dillon Gabriel performed well in preseason but is overshadowed by Shedeur Sanders.
- •Taylen Green shows potential but requires further development.
- •Shedeur Sanders may be traded or released due to media scrutiny.
- 11:34 PMYahoo Sports — Which Cleveland Browns QB is the odd man out?
"The Browns have four quarterbacks but likely only three roster spots, leaving Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders, and Taylen Green battling for their futures after the preseason.
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