Browns' QB Battle Intensifies After Kenny Pickett Injury

The Cleveland Browns' quarterback competition is intensifying with Kenny Pickett, recently acquired from the Philadelphia Eagles, initially seen as the frontrunner despite a hamstring injury sustained during training camp. Joe Flacco, who led the Browns to the playoffs last season, remains a strong contender, while Dillon Gabriel also vies for playing time. Shedeur Sanders, a fifth-round pick and son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, faces skepticism about his viability as a starter, with some analysts predicting he may end up on the practice squad or cut, and he has yet to take first-team snaps. However, Sanders has impressed in practice and could gain more opportunities due to Pickett's injury, though Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has been hesitant to fully embrace him, possibly due to pride and the organization's initial reluctance to draft him earlier. Despite his slow start and low depth chart position, Sanders continues to narrow the gap and might see more action as the season progresses. The Browns’ quarterback situation remains fluid, with multiple candidates still competing for the starting role.