Jared Verse practices in No. 8, currently worn by Dillon Gabriel
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 1:50 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Jared Verse practiced in No. 8 with the Browns on June 4, 2026. This number was officially assigned to quarterback Dillon Gabriel, who had started six games the previous season. The situation creates a unique dynamic as teams typically allow conflicting jersey numbers during the 90-man roster period. This incident raises questions about future jersey assignments within the team, particularly given Gabriel's uncertain status heading into the regular season. A resolution about who retains No. 8 is expected soon due to growing fan interest in Verse's jersey.
- •Jared Verse was seen practicing in No. 8 on June 4.
- •Dillon Gabriel wore No. 8 as a rookie quarterback.
- •Verse's status with the team may outweigh Gabriel's roster position.
- •The Browns may need to officially resolve jersey assignments soon.
- •Verse jerseys are already available for preorder.
- 5:45 PMNBCSports.com — Jared Verse to wear No. 8 with Browns, Dillon Gabriel will change his number - NBC Sports
- 1:50 PMNBCSports.com — Jared Verse shows up for practice in No. 8, even though it's Dillon Gabriel's number (for now) - NBC Sports
- 1:45 PMYahoo Sports — Jared Verse shows up for practice in No. 8, even though it's Dillon Gabriel's number (for now)
"Jared Verse and Dillon Gabriel were both wearing No. 8 at Browns practice this week, but that won't be the case for long.
"The second Verse is, for now, same as the first.
"The second Verse is, for now, same as the first.
Sources
External links- NBCSports.comJun 5, 2026, 5:45 PMJared Verse to wear No. 8 with Browns, Dillon Gabriel will change his number - NBC Sports
Jared Verse and Dillon Gabriel were both wearing No. 8 at Browns practice this week, but that won't be the case for long.
- NBCSports.comJun 4, 2026, 1:50 PMJared Verse shows up for practice in No. 8, even though it's Dillon Gabriel's number (for now) - NBC Sports
The second Verse is, for now, same as the first.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 1:45 PMJared Verse shows up for practice in No. 8, even though it's Dillon Gabriel's number (for now)
The second Verse is, for now, same as the first.
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