Dillon Gabriel makes Browns initial roster as Taylen Green faces uncertain future
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 6:08 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Dillon Gabriel is set to join the Cleveland Browns initial 53-man roster following a strong preseason finale. Gabriel finished the preseason with a 157.9 passer rating, completing 12 of 15 passes for 186 yards and three touchdowns in a 37-13 win over the New England Patriots. This performance solidified his position in a quarterback room that includes Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders. The decision places rookie Taylen Green at risk of being cut or moved to the practice squad. Cleveland reportedly wants to retain Green, who displayed athletic ability and rushing capability against New England, but the team faces difficulty finding an available roster spot. If the Browns expose the sixth-round pick to waivers, other teams could claim him before Cleveland can attempt to re-sign him.
- •Dillon Gabriel secured a roster spot after a three-touchdown performance against the New England Patriots.
- •Taylen Green recorded 66 rushing yards on eight carries during the preseason finale.
- •Cleveland management reportedly hopes to keep Green on the roster despite tight personnel limits.
- •The Browns must determine if Green can clear waivers or if they must move him to the practice squad.
- 3:14 AMYahoo Sports — Browns Send Message on Dillon Gabriel’s Status
- 6:08 PMYahoo Sports — Browns’ reported Dillon Gabriel move leaves Taylen Green’s future uncertain
"The Browns explained their stance on Dillon Gabriel following the unexpected move. The post Browns Send Message on Dillon Gabriel’s Status appeared first on HEAVY.
"Jeremy Fowler reports Dillon Gabriel will make the Browns’ initial roster.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 3:14 AMBrowns Send Message on Dillon Gabriel’s Status
The Browns explained their stance on Dillon Gabriel following the unexpected move. The post Browns Send Message on Dillon Gabriel’s Status appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 6:08 PMBrowns’ reported Dillon Gabriel move leaves Taylen Green’s future uncertain
Jeremy Fowler reports Dillon Gabriel will make the Browns’ initial roster.
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