Shedeur Sanders Set to Steal Spotlight in Browns’ Preseason Finale—Can He Shake Up the QB Depth Chart?

Sanders started in the Browns’ first preseason game against the Carolina Panthers, putting up a solid showing in the 30-10 win. The rookie played for the first half and part of the third quarter, throwing for 138 yards and two touchdowns.

Shedeur Sanders, sidelined with an oblique strain that benched him during the Browns’ second preseason showdown, is gearing up to rejoin the fray this weekend. Coach Kevin Stefanski made it clear in a recent press briefing that, health permitting, Sanders will step in as Cleveland’s third-string QB for their preseason finale against the Rams. Joe Flacco, officially crowned as the Browns’ starting quarterback just days ago, will take the helm, with rookie Dillon Gabriel slotted in as the backup. These final preseason moments will serve as a critical proving ground, a dress rehearsal of sorts, before the regular season kicks off. It’s a pivotal time for Cleveland’s signal-callers, especially with the depth chart shuffling and injuries reshaping the roster — most notably Kenny Pickett’s hamstring setback and Deshaun Watson’s ongoing recovery hurdles. As fans watch closely, Sanders looks to build on a promising preseason debut, throwing caution and expectations alike into the mix. For a deeper dive into the lineup dynamics and what to expect this weekend, LEARN MORE.AdvertisementAdvertisement

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