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Browns Shake Up QB Depth Chart: Huntley Released, Pickett Traded
26 Aug
Summary
- Browns release Tyler Huntley, trade Kenny Pickett to Raiders
- Rookie Shedeur Sanders struggles in preseason debut, faces competition
- Ron Harper, Michael Jordan's former teammate, comments on Sanders' situation
As of August 26th, 2025, the Cleveland Browns have made significant changes to their quarterback depth chart. In a recent development, the team has released Tyler Huntley and traded Kenny Pickett to the Las Vegas Raiders for a 2026 first-round pick.
This move has created clarity in the Browns' quarterback situation, with veteran Joe Flacco remaining the starter. Rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders are now expected to serve as the backups. However, Sanders' performance in the preseason has raised some concerns.
In the Browns' recent preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sanders struggled, completing only 3 of 6 passes for 14 yards and being sacked five times. This has led to speculation about his future with the team, with some analysts, such as Tony Grossi, suggesting the Browns should cut him and sign him to the practice squad.
Interestingly, Ron Harper, a former teammate of Michael Jordan, has weighed in on Sanders' situation. Harper's reaction to Grossi's hot take has become a topic of discussion, though the details of his comments are not yet clear.
As the Browns continue to evaluate their quarterback options, the focus will be on Sanders' ability to bounce back and challenge Dillon Gabriel for the backup role behind Joe Flacco. The team's decisions in the coming weeks will be crucial in shaping their quarterback depth chart for the upcoming season.
