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Browns face jersey number issue for quarterback Dillon Gabriel

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 1:57 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Browns face jersey number issue for quarterback Dillon Gabriel

Summary

Dillon Gabriel, quarterback for the Cleveland Browns, encountered an issue with his jersey number during OTAs last week. Defensive end Jared Verse wore the No. 8 jersey, leading to complications as all numbers from 1 to 19 are currently assigned. Social media reactions include speculation about Gabriel's future with the team, with some suggesting he may be traded or cut. Cleveland head coach Todd Monken emphasized the competition between quarterback Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson as starters for the upcoming season, leaving Gabriel's status uncertain.

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Status Watch

•Jared Verse wears No. 8, complicating Gabriel's jersey situation.
•All numbers 1-19 are currently taken by Browns players.
•Social media reactions include calls for Gabriel's trade.
•Coach Todd Monken highlights competition between Sanders and Watson.
•Gabriel started six games last season, finishing 1-5.

Latest Updates

1:57 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Just Trade the Poor Dude’ — NFL World Reacts As Browns Have No QB Jersey Number for Dillon Gabriel

What they're saying

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Cleveland quarterback Dillon Gabriel found himself in an awkward position during the Browns’ OTAs last week when defensive end Jared Verse showed up to practice with his No. 8 jersey.
— Yahoo Sports

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