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ArticleCleveland Browns QB Dillon Gabriel quietly putting in the work at campAugust 5, 2026

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Gabriel was statistically better than fellow rookie Shedeur Sanders in just about every metric that matters

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Sanders underperformed Gabriel statistically as rookie; still in QB competition spotlight.

Sanders, a fellow rookie, was statistically worse than Dillon Gabriel in most metrics during their respective rookie campaigns. Despite receiving significant spotlight in the Browns' quarterback competition, Sanders underperformed Gabriel's statistical output.

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Shedeur SandersNeutralProjection

Sanders' rookie struggles remain severe, but starting him offers PR safety and a clean slate.

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Shedeur SandersNegativeProjection

Sanders excels with clean pockets but struggles under pressure; first-team defense test pending.

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Shedeur SandersPositiveDepth Chart

Browns are probably gonna announced Deshaun Watson as the starter because it’s easier to then move onto Shedeur after a couple bad games than the opp...

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Shedeur SandersNeutralRole

Sanders offers PR safety and a fresh start after disastrous rookie year, but lacks on-field evidence of QB1 capability.

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Shedeur SandersPositiveRole

Sanders' solid preseason showing reopens 2026 starter competition with Watson.

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Shedeur SandersNeutralRole

Sanders started preseason game vs. Buffalo; competition now uncertain after Watson's poor outing.

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