After making a favorable impression during rookie minicamp, Shedeur Sanders is now reportedly experiencing the challenging side of the NFL, finding himself on the outskirts of the regular team practices as we approach preseason games. Sanders’ situation got complicated after two successive late-night speed transgressions, leading the whispers to point him as the fourth choice on Cleveland’s quarterback depth chart, lagging behind Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and his peer from the 2025 rookies, Dillon Gabriel.
Gabriel might essentially be the immovable object standing in the way of Sanders’ progress, thanks to an exceptional skill the former Oregon standout brings to the table. The unique ability Gabriel possesses is his exceptional cognitive speed and precision in decision-making on the field, providing him an edged sword in this competitive landscape.
During the spring training events, which encompassed rookie minicamp, organized team activities, and compulsory minicamp, Gabriel showcased solid performances and remained unfazed by challenges. However, it’s the upcoming camp, including joint practices against teams like the Panthers and Eagles and the preseason clashes, which could really be the platform for Gabriel to assert his advancement.
Fans’ reactions to the news of Sanders languishing below in the depth chart created quite a buzz during the weekend. There was a myriad of reactions, with one user equating Sanders’ situation to a 5th round draft pick.
The early reports boasted a shining prospect, so naturally, opinions diverged. One user humorously questioned the early buzz surrounding Sanders, which seems nowhere in sight now. There were suggestions from fans proposing Sanders move to a team where his skills would be appreciated.
Gabriel’s skills didn’t go unnoticed either. Some fans ardently claimed Gabriel was always better, having been groomed in a more refined system, a better program, and at a more esteemed university. Jokes about Sanders’ fate were also rife, with one humorously suggesting he might end up as RB1 given the current circumstances at the Cleveland Browns.
And so, it has been quite an eventful offseason for the Cleveland Browns’ fans who are known affectionately as the Dawg Pound. Post witnessing their team draft an additional two quarterbacks in April, thereby increasing the roster to five, they’ve had their plate full with a continuous stream of news.
The most hot-off-the-press news indeed involved Quinshon Judkins, the fresh second-round rookie, whose name surfaced in connection with domestic violence allegations. The ensuing events led to his arrest in Florida, adding more grist to the mill of the ongoing offseason events.
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