Rookie QB Sanders Leads Browns to Victory After Gabriel's Concussion

On November 17, 2025, the Cleveland Browns faced off against a tough opponent, and their starting quarterback, Gabriel, was having a mixed performance. Gabriel, who had started the previous five games, played the entire first half, completing 7-of-10 passes for 68 yards and running twice for 2 yards. However, the Browns only held a 16-10 lead at halftime, and fans were growing impatient, chanting for backup QB Sanders to take the field.

In the third quarter, Gabriel was officially ruled out due to a concussion, and Sanders was called upon to lead the offense. Sanders completed his first two passes, but was later sacked and threw an interception. Despite the ups and downs, Sanders helped the Browns maintain their lead, and they ultimately secured the victory.

The game highlighted the importance of depth at the quarterback position, as the Browns were able to turn to their backup when their starter went down with an injury. Sanders, who was viewed by some as a potential first-round pick before falling to the Browns in the fifth round, made the most of his opportunity and showed promise for the future.