Dillon Gabriel named No. 3 QB for Browns against Steelers in Week 8

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 4:29 PM

Last updated Nov 1, 2026

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Dillon Gabriel has been designated as the No. 3 emergency quarterback for the Cleveland Browns in their Week 8 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Gabriel returns to the active roster after spending time on injured reserve due to a back issue, which sidelined him since late August. Rookie Taylen Green, the previous No. 3, is inactive for the game. Coach Todd Monken confirmed that Shedeur Sanders remains the backup to starter Deshaun Watson. The Browns also confirmed the health statuses of players listed as questionable, with Myles Harden and Daniel Thomas both active for the game.

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  • •Dillon Gabriel activates as No. 3 QB for Week 8 vs. Steelers.
  • •Gabriel was on injured reserve from August 30 due to a back injury.
  • •Rookie Taylen Green is inactive for the game.
  • •Myles Harden and Daniel Thomas are active after being questionable.
  • •Deshaun Watson remains the starting quarterback.
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The Browns listed second-year pro Dillon Gabriel as their No. 3 emergency quarterback against the Steelers in Week 8.

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