Cleveland Browns face quarterback decision with Dillon Gabriel's return to practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 9:52 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
Dillon Gabriel has returned to practice after being designated to return from injured reserve, prompting a significant quarterback decision for the Cleveland Browns. With Deshaun Watson performing well and Shedeur Sanders developing, the Browns have 21 days to evaluate Gabriel's readiness for activation. Reports indicate the team prefers to retain all four quarterbacks—Watson, Sanders, Gabriel, and Taylen Green—while weighing their options. Gabriel's performance during the preseason showcased his potential, adding complexity to the Browns' quarterback room. The situation allows the team time to assess their roster before a potential trade deadline.
- •Dillon Gabriel returns from injured reserve, joining quarterbacks Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders.
- •Browns prefer keeping four quarterbacks on the 53-man roster, including Taylen Green.
- •Deshaun Watson has completed 69.6% of his passes this season.
- •Gabriel's successful preseason could change team evaluations on roster spots.
- •Browns have until Gabriel's 21-day window concludes to make a decision.
- 9:52 PMYahoo Sports — Dillon Gabriel’s Return Creates Major QB Decision for Browns With Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson
"Dillon Gabriel’s return to practice has put the Cleveland Browns on the verge of a quarterback decision they have been able to avoid for several weeks. Gabriel has been designated to return from injured reserve, giving the Browns 21 days to decide whether to activate him. The move comes with Deshaun Watson playing well, Shedeur […] The post Dillon Gabriel’s Return Creates Major QB Decision for Browns With Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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