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Cleveland Browns early season performance and roster updates

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The Cleveland Browns have achieved a 3-1 record, their best start since 2023, following a 27-24 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Quarterback Deshaun Watson has led game-winning fourth-quarter drives in three consecutive contests, a feat not seen by a Browns quarterback since 1979. While the team has seen success, concerns regarding quarterback depth have emerged due to a back injury to Dillon Gabriel. Gabriel, a 2025 third-round pick, was placed on injured reserve but has since been granted a 21-day practice window. Deshaun Watson described Gabriel as a “great teammate” as the team manages potential roster congestion involving Shedeur Sanders and Taylen Green. On Following Gabriel’s return to practice, the ~~defensive side,~~ Browns are considering retaining four quarterbacks on their active roster. Head coach Todd Monken has expressed interest in evaluating his young quarterbacks, including the ~~team~~ possibility of utilizing Green in specific packages. Despite previous speculation, Watson’s performance has ~~increased its blitz rates and designated defensive tackle Kalia Davis for return. Recent~~ made a midseason trade unlikely. While the team faces a potential roster ~~adjustments also include signing wide receiver James Proche and defensive tackle Chris Williams~~ crunch, reports suggest Cleveland has no immediate plans to move Sanders or Gabriel, potentially using the practice ~~squad.~~ window to evaluate options or prepare for future injuries.

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