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Browns Name Dillon Gabriel 41st Starting QB Since '99

10/3/2025

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Gabriel Named Quarterback

Dillon Gabriel has been named the Cleveland Browns' new starting quarterback, the 41st since 1999.
Tim Couch and Baker Mayfield are the period's most successful Browns quarterbacks (QBs), Couch with most starts and Mayfield with most wins.
The Browns have four winning seasons since 1999, with three playoff appearances.
Deshaun Watson's tenure is noted for a large contract and suspensions.

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Gabriel Named Quarterback

Dillon Gabriel has been named the Cleveland Browns' new starting quarterback, the 41st since 1999.
Tim Couch and Baker Mayfield are the period's most successful Browns quarterbacks (QBs), Couch with most starts and Mayfield with most wins.
The Browns have four winning seasons since 1999, with three playoff appearances.
Deshaun Watson's tenure is noted for a large contract and suspensions.

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