While Shedeur Sanders' struggles grabbed headlines, Gabriel's efficient performance and game-winning drive made a compelling case to leapfrog an injured Kenny Pickett in Cleveland's quarterback pecking order.

Pickett has suffered a nagging hamstring injury that has kept him out, leading to Gabriel moving forward in the backup position for the preseason finale against the Los Angeles Rams.

During an in-game interview last week, rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel took what was a perceived shot at fellow first-year Browns QB Shedeur Sanders.