Shedeur Sanders, Dillon Gabriel and Kenny Pickett.Shedeur Sanders, Dillon Gabriel and Kenny Pickett (Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images)
The Cleveland Browns have released their updated quarterback depth chart, and it’s bad news for Shedeur Sanders and his rapidly growing fanbase.

Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Browns have Joe Flacco as the No. 1 quarterback on their updated depth chart, followed by Kenny Pickett at No 2. Dillon Gabriel holds the third spot, with Shedeur Sanders unexpectedly listed as the fourth QB:

It’s a stunning development, alright, given Sanders’ strong preseason debut against the Carolina Panthers on Friday night. The 23-year-old completed 14 pass attempts for 138 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions while picking up 19 rushing yards.

As you would imagine, football fans were livid over Sanders’ placement on the Browns’ updated quarterback depth chart.

“The Sheduer disrespect is MADNESS,” said a fan.

 

“I’m sorry but I’m certain Kenny Pickett is not better than any of those quarterbacks,” wrote a user.

“I hope the Browns trade Sanders so he can join an NFL team excited to have him & that will treat him fairly,” another said.

“Flacco 2. Sanders 3. Pickett Cut: Gabriel 🗑,” said a fan.

“Completely laughable… Kid can do no right, so sad,” wrote a user.


“Browns going to brown,” said another.

There have been rumors about the Browns trading one of their four quarterbacks ahead of the regular season, and Gabriel’s name has been widely mentioned. But the updated depth chart suggests that the Browns fully intend to keep the Oregon product.

Flacco and Pickett feel like safe bets to stay, given their playing experience over the two rookies. Flacco won 2023 Comeback Player of the Year honors after leading Cleveland to the postseason, but Pickett has the higher upside as a former first-round pick.

Shedeur Sanders Can Still Change Browns’ Coaches’ Minds

Browns Trade Proposal Sends Shedeur Sanders to Contender as Backup to MVP QBShedeur Sanders (Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images)
All Shedeur Sanders can do is keep on pushing and continue to shine in preseason. Even if he doesn’t open the season as the starting job, Sanders can still move up the depth chart and improve his chances of seeing meaningful snaps in 2025.