Overview

• Sanders earned his first start after hamstring injuries sidelined Pickett and Gabriel and Joe Flacco was rested, going 14-of-23 for 138 yards, two touchdowns and 19 rushing yards in a 30-10 win.
• Cleveland’s depth chart remains unchanged, slotting Sanders fourth behind Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett and Dillon Gabriel.
• Head coach Kevin Stefanski reiterated a patient, evaluation-based plan and ruled out altering the quarterback pecking order based on one preseason showing.
• League insiders lauded Sanders’ arm strength, poise and energy but noted inconsistent ball security when moving and occasional accuracy lapses.
• A viral postgame exchange with reporter Tony Grossi has amplified public excitement as the team plans more measured reps for Sanders in upcoming preseason games.