The Cleveland Browns have released their unofficial depth chart for the upcoming season, with veteran quarterback Joe Flacco listed as the starting quarterback. However, Shedeur Sanders, who had a stellar debut in the preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers, remains as the fourth-string option. Despite his strong performance, the coaching staff has not yet made a final decision on the starting quarterback, leaving the position in question.
Head coach Kevin Stefanski did not commit to Sanders starting in the upcoming game against the Philadelphia Eagles, indicating that the team is still evaluating options. Stefanski mentioned that he would have a better sense of the situation by Wednesday or Thursday, but no final decision has been made yet. The team’s depth chart shows Flacco taking the majority of first-team reps, with Pickett still limited due to a hamstring injury and Gabriel also sidelined due to a strained hamstring.
Sanders, however, showcased his potential with 14 of 23 passes completed for 138 yards and two touchdowns in the Browns’ 30-10 victory over the Panthers on Friday. The quarterback competition continues to be a focal point for the Browns as they prepare for the season, with Flacco’s experience and Sanders’ rookie talent creating an intriguing dynamic in the quarterback room.