After dropping down to the fifth round in the 2025 NFL Draft, Shedeur Sanders is in a tough position to win the QB competition against Dillon Gabriel who got picked in the third round by the Browns.
The recent exciting performance at the Browns’ rookie minicamp has taken the team’s fan base by storm, with exciting reports from the camp, leaving fans taking sides on their favorite QB.
Amid all the buzz and expected competition among the QBs, Shedeur Sanders has been heard saying how Dillon Gabriel is an amazing player. But some fans have interpreted that as just a mere talk, judging from a series of criticisms on a recent post that Shedeur posted on X.
Shedeur Sanders’ First Day at The Rookie Minicamp
Despite being picked at a lower position than his close competition, Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders has made a strong impression during his first day at the Cleveland Browns’ rookie minicamp. With his top-notch passing skills, the Colorado QB has earned big praises from analysts and coaches.
Shedeur clearly had a bright day at the rookie minicamp. He wore a smiling face the entire time there. In a recent video, Shedeur Sanders was seen throwing dimes during his first session.
While Shedeur Sanders was putting his best foot forward in the minicamp, his outstanding performance seemed to some fans like a serious competition was brewing. But instead of appreciating such a unique ability, some fans even criticized it, claiming that Dillon Gabriel would do better.
Things took a worse turn when Shedeur Sanders decided to capture the moment and post the pic on X. Keen on his moves, it didn’t take long for internet sleuths to notice that his competitor was missing from the group photo.
Fans Spot Dillon Gabriel Missing From the Group Photo
When Shedeur Sanders posted a photo on X, reactions surged rapidly. Fans were keen to look out for Dillon Gabriel, who was clearly missing.
While Dillon Gabriel might have been away when the photo was snapped, critics stormed Shedeur’s post with a bunch of questions to which they had already made conclusions.
One fan asked, “No Dillon Gabriel in this photo?”
Such comments were plenty, showing how keen fans are about the projected competition between the two QBs. It’s obvious some people don’t expect the two to roll together. Or rather, some people were shocked to the extent of “competition” that Shedeur and Dillon are ready to throw.
Shedeur Remains Ahead in the QB Competition
Falling to the 144th pick hasn’t stopped Shedeur from showcasing his unique talent. He’s already turning heads in the Cleveland Browns rookie minicamp. NFL on Fox Insider has even stated that Shedeur has stood out as the best player in the Brown’s entire camp.
Even a Browns Insider stated Shedeur Sanders has got what a QB needs to put up an A game:
“I was impressed by the way Shedeur threw the ball. It jumps off his hands and spins it. This is what an NFL quarterback is supposed to look like.”
As the buzz continues to heat up, one thing is coming out clearly. Shedeur Sanders is a force to be reckoned with. While critics are busy comparing him to Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur is focused on getting the starting job.
