Dillon Gabriel takes more quarterback reps in Browns training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 9:38 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
During Cleveland Browns training camp on August 8, Dillon Gabriel has overtaken Shedeur Sanders in quarterback reps. Head coach Todd Monken indicated that Gabriel's performance has earned him additional opportunities. On this day, Gabriel took charge of the second unit, while Sanders saw a significant reduction in his reps during a session originally meant for the starting offense. Reports suggest Sanders has struggled to quickly process plays in the new system, unlike Gabriel, who has adapted better to the situation. The quarterback competition remains ongoing as the Browns prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Dillon Gabriel leads the second team during practice on August 8.
- •Shedeur Sanders has seen reduced reps amid struggles in the new offense.
- •Todd Monken emphasizes the importance of maximizing playing time in training camp.
- •The quarterback competition continues ahead of the season opener.
- 9:38 PMYahoo Sports — Dillon Gabriel overtakes Shedeur Sanders’ reps in training camp
"Cleveland Browns first-year head coach Todd Monken still doesn’t have his starting quarterback as his first training camp with the franchise rolls on. The battle entering the season was largely viewed as a two-horse race between veteran DeShaun Watson and second-year quarterback Shedeur Sanders. However, Monken noted early in camp that another second-year quarterback, Dillon…
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