Browns Announce Open QB Competition; Gabriel to Vie for Starting Role

Browns OC Todd Monken confirmed an open quarterback competition for the 2026 season, involving Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders, and Deshaun Watson. Gabriel, a 25-year-old third-round pick, completed 59.9% of passes for 7 TDs and 2 INTs in 6 starts (10 appearances) last season, with the team going 1-5 in his starts. Monken is willing to let the competition play out beyond training camp, and the team may add another QB.