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Rookie QB Leads Browns to Early Lead Over Eagles
16 Aug
Summary
- Rookie QB Gabriel starts for Browns, leads TD drive
- Undrafted rookie Gage Larvadain sets up TD with 16-yard run
- Rookie RB Ahmani Marshall scores 5-yard TD
On August 16, 2025, the Cleveland Browns' rookie quarterback Gabriel made a strong impression in his first NFL start. With Shedeur Sanders and Kenny Pickett sidelined due to injury, Gabriel was given the nod to lead the Browns against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Gabriel wasted no time, orchestrating a 13-play, 63-yard touchdown drive on the opening possession. After driving into Eagles territory, undrafted rookie Gage Larvadain's 16-yard end-around run set the Browns up on the doorstep of the end zone. The drive was capped off with a 5-yard touchdown run by rookie running back Ahmani Marshall, giving the Browns an early 6-0 lead.
Gabriel showed decisiveness and poise on the opening drive, recovering from an early sack to complete all four of his pass attempts for 29 yards. The rookie quarterback also converted on three consecutive third-down opportunities through the air, showcasing his ability to make plays under pressure.
This performance comes on the heels of fellow rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders' impressive NFL debut last week. With the Browns' four-man quarterback competition heating up, Gabriel's outing has given him a chance to prove he deserves serious consideration for the starting job.
