Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski discussed rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel’s performance in the Browns’ preseason win against the Philadelphia Eagles. What did Stefanski say about the former Oregon Ducks star?
The Cleveland Browns beat the Philadelphia Eagles 22-13 in a preseason matchup on Saturday. Browns rookie Dillon Gabriel got the start, and Cleveland coach Kevin Stefanski spoke about the former Oregon Ducks’ performance with the media after the game.
Gabriel finished the game with 138 passing yards and an interception returned for a touchdown by Eagles defensive back Andrew Mukuba. The former Oregon Duck was accurate, completing 13 of 18 pass attempts, but he also lost a fumble on a botched exchange with Browns running back Pierre Strong Jr.
Gabriel did not find the end zone on Saturday, but he led a touchdown drive in the first quarter.
Stefanski was asked about Gabriel’s interception:
“Obviously that can never happen on that play,” Stefanski said. “Not all interceptions are created equal, but we can’t do that as a football team.”
The Browns coach also reflected on the rookie quarterback’s play. Gabriel started the first half for Cleveland and was relieved by Browns quarterback Tyler Huntley.
“Plenty to clean up. There’s some things I thought he did well. I thought our offense as a whole on third down was very good early, which allowed us to stay on the field because I don’t think we were great on first and second down. But, plenty to clean up,” said Stefanski.
