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Browns Keep Shedeur Sanders as Fourth-String Quarterback in Crowded Competition

The coaching staff is deliberately moderating his practice reps to safeguard his long-term progression

Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns runs a drill during Cleveland Browns OTA offseason workouts at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on June 04, 2025 in Berea, Ohio.
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Overview

  • Shedeur Sanders remains fourth on the Browns’ quarterback depth chart behind Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett and rookie Dillon Gabriel, logging most of his work with backup units
  • First-team repetitions have gone to Dillon Gabriel and Kenny Pickett as coaches evaluate immediate contributors and limit Sanders’ on-field load
  • Sanders has flashed his arm strength with several impressive throws during 11-on-11 drills and 7-on-7 sessions, earning praise from teammates and staff
  • Kevin Stefanski’s development plan relies on veterans to lead the offense while younger quarterbacks absorb the system and refine their mechanics
  • With only three roster spots likely available for quarterbacks, Sanders’ path to a larger role depends on closing the gap during training camp and preseason evaluations