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NFL analyst Tony Grossi isn’t sold on the idea of a wide-open quarterback battle — but Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski and the team’s recent actions may suggest a more level playing field for rookie Shedeur Sanders,

While the QBs will be the focal point at the team's mandatory minicamp, the open left tackle spot will be something to keep a close eye on.

Gabriel is learning from Super Bowl champions Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett while competing for the starting job during Cleveland's mandatory minicamp.

The Cleveland Browns' quarterback competition is heating up during OTAs. Shedeur Sanders performed well but didn't take first-team reps, while Kenny Pickett saw time with the starters. The competition remains open, but each day's performance carries weight.

However, the Cleveland Plain Dealer's Mary Kay Cabot revealed during the latest edition of the "Orange and Brown Talk Podcast" that Cleveland is "trending toward" naming Pickett its Week 1 starter regardless of what national media members are saying about the situation.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Browns quarterback Kenny Pickett and Dillon Gabriel head into mandatory minicamp Tuesday right on track with where they were expected to be in their development at this point.