Browns Give Dillon Gabriel Offical Injury Return Timetable

The Cleveland Browns have officially returned Dillon Gabriel to practice after he was placed on injured reserve due to a back injury suffered in the preseason finale. This move opens up a 21-day window for the backup quarterback to return to the active roster before Week 5. Gabriel's return provides head coach Todd Monken with an additional option, but it also creates a challenging decision for general manager Andrew Berry.

Currently, Deshaun Watson is the starting quarterback, with Shedeur Sanders and Taylen Green serving as the backups. If Gabriel is activated, Cleveland would need to carry four quarterbacks on their roster, unless they make moves such as exposing Green to waivers or trading one of the backups. Gabriel, selected in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft, has already faced adversity in his NFL career, including a three-touchdown performance against New England in the preseason that was cut short by a concussion.

Now, under Monken's leadership, Gabriel has a chance to prove his readiness and contribute to the Browns' efforts to secure a winning season.