Dillon Gabriel stats today: How did rookie QB fare in Browns vs. Eagles preseason game?

Dillon Gabriel had his first taste of NFL action on Saturday against the Philadelphia Eagles. The rookie quarterback's availability was in the air earlier this week, with reports suggesting Shedeur Sanders would get his second start if the Oregon product was unable to play.

The Cleveland Browns secured their second win of the preseason, 22-13, against an Eagles team that threatened to take over the game from the defense. The Browns' unit responded in the second half, turned the game around and led the team to a win against a solid Eagles squad.

Gabriel had a big challenge in front, as the defending champions are also preparing for the 2025 season. Gabriel had a discreet start, as he was unable to find the end zone and the Browns scored 12 points in the first half, all thanks to field goals. Gabriel still put up decent numbers against the NFC East franchise, but his turnovers drew a lot of bad comments.

Gabriel showed flashes of his ability, completing tight passes to get first downs, but nothing spectacular. He only played one half, similar to Shedeur Sanders' last week against the Carolina Panthers, but the performances were different in terms of scoring.

Dillon Gabriel's stats in preseason debut vs. Eagles

Below, you can find Dillon Gabriel's numbers from the Cleveland Browns' matchup against the defending champions Philadelphia Eagles:

• Pass completions: 18
• Pass attempts: 19
• Passing yards: 143
• Passing TDs: 0
• Interceptions: 1
• Rush Attempts: 2
• Rushing Yards: 1
• Rushing TDs: 0

Former NFL QB says Dillon Gabriel looked "great" during debut

While many fans called for the Browns to cut Dillon Gabriel, David Carr, a former NFL quarterback, lauded the rookie playmaker's performance in the half he played.

"That looked great," Carr said. "His pocket presence on third downs. Big third-down play right there. He had two of those on that drive. His throws to the sideline on third down? Perfect.

He noted that the pick-6 and the bad handoff that resulted in a fumble recovery for the Eagles, Carr had a positive assessment of Gabriel's first half of professional football.

"The management of the offense and how he ripped through progression, I thought that was beautiful."

The Browns will close out their preseason next Saturday against the LA Rams. It remains to be seen who will start and what ramifications the game will have in the four-man quarterback race.