Shedeur Sanders faces Browns demotion threat as Dillon Gabriel gets second-team reps
Shedeur Sanders could be pushed further down the Cleveland Browns’ quarterback depth chart after Dillon Gabriel began taking second-team offensive reps in practice. Sanders has served as Deshaun Watson’s backup this season, but Gabriel’s increased involvement raises questions about his place in Cleveland’s plans once the injured rookie returns.
Cleveland Browns' backup quarterback Shedeur Sanders could potentially be moved further down their depth chart as Dillon Gabriel takes on second-team offensive reps in practice, according to ESPN Cleveland host Tony Rizzo. Sanders has been serving as Deshaun Watson’s backup this season, but Gabriel's increased involvement raises questions about his role in Cleveland's plans once the injured rookie returns from his back injury.
The Browns are currently 4-2 under head coach Todd Monken, with Watson holding on to the starting job and providing little reason for a change. Gabriel's return could alter Sanders' role, potentially pushing him further down the depth chart. The situation has also sparked speculation about Sanders' future as Cleveland prepares for the NFL trade deadline.
Sanders recently hired Adie von Gontard of Young Money APAA Sports as his representative, although this move does not confirm he has requested a trade. Former NFL linebacker Willie McGinest, who spoke on the All the Smoke podcast, advised Sanders to focus on his performance on the field rather than the attention surrounding his name, as coaches can see aspects of quarterback play that fans cannot.
With Watson leading Cleveland to four wins in six games, Sanders faces an uncertain path for meaningful playing time in Cleveland.
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