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  • Brittany Cartwright Granted Restraining Order After Jax Taylor Allegedly Threatened to Gut Her

    Brittany Cartwright Granted Restraining Order After Jax Taylor Allegedly Threatened to Gut Her

    Brittany Cartwright has filed for a domestic violence temporary restraining order against Jax Taylor as part of their divorce case, alleging that Taylor threatened to “gut” her “like a f***en fish” and physically attacked her, according to new…

  • Mourinho and Real Madrid Management Block Proposals for Endrick’s Departure, Says Romano

    Mourinho and Real Madrid Management Block Proposals for Endrick’s Departure, Says Romano

    Despite a surge of reports and speculation over the past 24 hours, Real Madrid and Endrick have not changed their positions: the young forward will remain at the club.

    Several interested clubs have submitted inquiries and requests regarding the Brazilian striker, but Endrick will not leave Real Madrid during the current transfer window.

  • Oklahoma’s John Mateer Aims to Prove Doubters Wrong in 2026

    Oklahoma’s John Mateer Aims to Prove Doubters Wrong in 2026

    The Oklahoma Sooners are one week away from beginning the 2026 college football season, with a College Football Playoff berth among their goals. After a season that generated considerable momentum, Oklahoma enters the new campaign with plenty to prove—particularly at quarterback.

    John Mateer remains Oklahoma’s biggest question

    John Mateer is among the Sooners hoping to silence his critics. He passed for 2,885 yards, 14 touchdowns and 11 interceptions last season, producing a campaign defined by significant highs and lows.

    Mateer opened the year as a Heisman Trophy favorite, but his uneven finish led to questions about whether he can lead Oklahoma over the top in the Southeastern Conference.

    ESPN writer Dan Wetzel remains high on the Sooners and has even selected them to win the SEC. However, he acknowledged that Mateer still has more to prove.

    “I really like the Sooners,” Wetzel said via the ‘College GameDay Podcast.’ “I think I picked them to win the SEC. I don’t know if John Mateer… like, I got to see more.”

    Wetzel’s assessment is notable because his uncertainty about Mateer has not kept him from choosing Oklahoma as his SEC champion. His prediction suggests he believes the Sooners have enough talent around their quarterback to compete for the conference title, even if Mateer must take another step forward.

    Oklahoma’s SEC ceiling depends on offensive consistency

    Oklahoma’s defense should once again provide a strong foundation, but the offense will need to become more consistent. Mateer’s performance will be central to that improvement after his uneven 2025 season.

    The Sooners have enough talent to be taken seriously in the SEC, and Wetzel’s conference prediction highlights their potential. The remaining question is whether Mateer can provide the stability Oklahoma needs to turn that potential into a College Football Playoff-caliber season.

    Oklahoma’s fall camp has featured quarterback John Mateer, tight ends coach Jason Witten and offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle, along with players including Bishop Thomas, Michael Fasusi, Eddy Pierre-Louis, E’Marion Harris, Darius Afalava, Jacob Jordan, Ace Hodges, Gunnar Allen, Ryan Fodje, Caleb Nitta, Kenny Ozowalu, Jett Niu, Jonathan Hatton Jr., Xavier Robinson and DeZephen Walker.

    Follow @SoonersWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, and like the publication’s page on Facebook for ongoing coverage of Oklahoma news, notes and opinions. Jaron can also be followed on X at @jaronspor.

  • Adam Schefter’s Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet: Best Value Picks and Sleepers to Target

    Adam Schefter’s Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet: Best Value Picks and Sleepers to Target

    Fantasy football draft preparation for the 2026 season includes identifying players who could outperform their current average draft position (ADP). ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter has highlighted early-, middle- and late-round targets at quarterback, running back, wide receiver and tight end.

    These players are not the only candidates to deliver strong seasons, but they stand out as potential values. They could receive serious consideration when fantasy managers are choosing between players at key points in the draft or breaking a tie.

    How the 2026 fantasy football draft ranges work

    The round ranges in this guide are based on ADP in 10-team leagues: “early” refers to Rounds 1-4, “middle” to Rounds 5-11 and “later” to Rounds 12 or higher.

    Last season’s recommended middle-round values included wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Later-round targets included quarterbacks Drake Maye and Trevor Lawrence, wide receiver Emeka Egbuka and running back Quinshon Judkins.

    Player values can change depending on league size and scoring settings. A player may not need to be drafted in a 12-team league but could become much more valuable in a 16-team format. The players below offer strong value relative to their ESPN ADPs and have the potential to produce productive seasons.

    Quarterback fantasy football targets

    Fantasy managers can still justify selecting quarterbacks such as Josh Allen or Lamar Jackson early. However, the position offers considerable depth in 2026, creating opportunities to find value in the middle and later rounds.

    Middle-round quarterbacks

    • Bo Nix, Broncos (ADP: 86.3): Nix’s ability to rack up fantasy points with his legs as much as his arm is underappreciated.
    • Caleb Williams, Bears (ADP: 92.2): His talent was on full display last season and, after a year in Ben Johnson’s offense, he should be even more improved.
    • Justin Herbert, Chargers (ADP: 106.0): Matched with Mike McDaniel as his offensive coordinator, Herbert could be in line for his best NFL season.

    Later-round quarterbacks

    • Tyler Shough, Saints (ADP: 155.4): He flashed as a rookie last season and is expected to make continued growth in Year 2.
    • Jordan Love, Packers (ADP: 158.0): Team officials are confident he’s set up to take the next step this season.
    • Daniel Jones, Colts (ADP: 158.2): Jones was one of the best fantasy QBs last season until he was injured — and now he looks to be healthy.

    Running back fantasy football targets

    A case can be made to select Bijan Robinson or Jahmyr Gibbs with the No. 1 pick in fantasy football this season. The position also offers intriguing value in the later rounds.

    Early-round running backs

    • Jahmyr Gibbs, Lions (ADP: 1.4): He might be the most dangerous offensive threat in the NFL, one with 38 touchdowns in the past two seasons.
    • Bijan Robinson, Falcons (ADP: 2.5): Robinson and Gibbs will — and should — be going 1-2 in almost every fantasy football draft.
    • Chase Brown, Bengals (ADP: 21.9): He is the lead back and a multipurpose threat in one of the highest-scoring offenses in the NFL.
    • Kenneth Walker III, Chiefs (ADP: 22.3): He has never finished higher than RB18 in a fantasy season, but he seems set to shatter that mark in 2026.
    • Omarion Hampton, Chargers (ADP: 25.3): When healthy last season, he was highly productive. If he’s healthy this season, he will be again.

    Middle-round running backs

    • Bhayshul Tuten, Jaguars (ADP: 71.8): The Jaguars loved him coming out of college, and that hasn’t changed heading into his second season.
    • Rhamondre Stevenson, Patriots (ADP: 83.1): Always overlooked, always productive.

    Later-round running backs

    • Kenny Gainwell, Buccaneers (ADP: 116.5): Bucs have raved about the different skills he brings to the offense.
    • Blake Corum, Rams (ADP: 135.1): He will share work with Kyren Williams … and be drafted many rounds later.
    • Jordan Mason, Vikings (ADP: 138.9): The Vikings seem determined to get their run game going, and Mason will benefit.
    • Chris Rodriguez Jr., Jaguars (ADP: 165.6): Head coach Liam Coen has been a fan of Rodriguez since they worked together at Kentucky.
    • Jonah Coleman, Broncos (ADP: 169.4): Denver’s backfield is crowded, but some have compared Coleman to Maurice Jones-Drew.
    • MarShawn Lloyd, Packers (ADP: 170.1): Lloyd has never been healthy at the NFL level but was healthy this summer.

    Wide receiver fantasy football targets

    With the NFL passing more than ever, fantasy managers can find useful wide receivers in every draft tier.

    Early-round wide receivers

    • Ja’Marr Chase, Bengals (ADP: 4.0): Chase has lofty touchdown goals for the season and the talent to match.
    • Puka Nacua, Rams (ADP: 5.2): He still has plenty on the line as he heads into the final year of his contract.
    • Justin Jefferson, Vikings (ADP: 12.1): As talented as any receiver in the league and poised for a bounce-back season.
    • Chris Olave, Saints (ADP: 31.1): He is expected to be the team’s leading receiver in a high-paced offense.

    Middle-round wide receivers

    • DeVonta Smith, Eagles (ADP: 40.4): Minus A.J. Brown, there should be even more targets for the talented and tough Smith.
    • Ladd McConkey, Chargers (ADP: 50.1): With Mike McDaniel as his offensive coordinator, McConkey could become the focal point of the Chargers’ passing attack.
    • Luther Burden III, Bears (ADP: 76.2): Head coach Ben Johnson has compared Burden to Amon-Ra St. Brown.
    • Parker Washington, Jaguars (ADP: 93.3): Washington’s talents shined at the end of last season and again in training camp.

    Later-round wide receivers

    • Wan’Dale Robinson, Titans (ADP: 113.4): Former Giants head coach and current Titans offensive coordinator Brian Daboll fed him the football in New York last season, and now he gets to do the same in Tennessee.
    • Jordan Addison, Vikings (ADP: 114.1): With Kyler Murray at quarterback, Addison should make many plays downfield.
    • Josh Downs, Colts (ADP: 136.6): The older brother of Cowboys rookie safety Caleb Downs. This Downs is set to make his own mark.
    • KC Concepcion, Browns (ADP: 144.1): Even as a rookie, he’s expected to have a prominent role in the Browns’ offense.
    • Ja’Kobi Lane, Ravens (ADP: 167.7): A third-round pick this past spring, Lane was the star of Baltimore’s training camp.
    • Caleb Douglas, Dolphins (ADP: 169.4): Everybody struggled to cover him at a recent practice against the Commanders.
    • Cyrus Allen, Chiefs (ADP: 169.5): One of the most talked about players at Chiefs camp this summer.
    • Kayshon Boutte, Texans (ADP: 170.7): The talent has always been there, and now he has the opportunity to be the WR2 in Houston.
    • Pat Bryant, Broncos (ADP: 170.6): Bryant looks ready to shine in his second season.
    • Ryan Flournoy, Cowboys (ADP: 170.9): CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens aren’t the only Cowboys receivers who will produce this season.
    • Tre’ Harris, Chargers (ADP: 171.0): Like Bryant, he is poised to make a jump in his second season.
    • Devaughn Vele, Saints (ADP: 171.5): Showed a connection with Shough last season, and it figures to continue this season.

    Tight end fantasy football targets

    The tight end position could be among the deepest and most talented groups in fantasy football. There are premium options available early as well as potential values in the middle and later rounds.

    Early-round tight ends

    • Brock Bowers, Raiders (ADP: 24.3): It didn’t take long for new head coach Klint Kubiak to identify the top option in his offense.

    Middle-round tight ends

    • Colston Loveland, Bears (ADP: 45.0): Loveland’s targets in the Bears’ final four games last season: 10, 13, 10, 15.
    • Harold Fannin Jr., Browns (ADP: 75.0): Fannin stood out when he shared time with David Njoku last season, and now Njoku is no longer there.
    • Tucker Kraft, Packers (ADP: 88.8): He might not be full time until midseason, but even part-time Kraft is a threat.

    Later-round tight ends

    • Isaiah Likely, Giants (ADP: 127.4): Likely followed his head coach to the Giants in free agency so he can be the No. 1 tight end. There’s no Mark Andrews around to block him.
    • Terrance Ferguson, Rams (ADP: 165.6): Head coach Sean McVay has admired Ferguson’s talents since the team drafted him in Round 2 last year.
    • AJ Barner, Seahawks (ADP: 169.5): Those around the Seahawks have described Barner as an ascending player.
    • Gunnar Helm, Titans (ADP: 170.6): Like many in the Titans’ offense, poised to make a jump.

    Source: www.espn.com

  • Xabi Alonso Defends Leaving Enzo Fernández Out Amid Manchester City Interest

    Xabi Alonso Defends Leaving Enzo Fernández Out Amid Manchester City Interest

    London (AP) — Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso defended his decision to leave Argentina international Enzo Fernández out of the squad for the League Cup victory over Luton amid reported interest from Manchester City.

    Alonso explains Fernández omission

    Alonso said Chelsea need players who “sientan el deseo de jugar” when discussing the midfielder’s situation on Friday, ahead of Sunday’s Premier League match against Brighton.

    “Necesitamos a los jugadores que estén en la mejor situación para jugar”, señaló Alonso. “Tenemos que tenerlo todo en cuenta: jugadores que están en un buen momento, jugadores que no están sintiendo esa energía para jugar. Para mí es muy importante que sientan ese deseo de jugar y que tengan una buena preparación”.

    “Hablamos y decidimos que (para el Luton) era mejor no formar parte de la convocatoria. Es un jugador de primer nivel, no hay duda de eso”.

    Chelsea beat third-tier Luton 2-0 without Fernández, relying on a debut goal from new signing Danny Welbeck and a Luton own goal.

    Any deal for Fernández, who reached the World Cup final with Argentina last month, would leave Chelsea with little time to sign a replacement before the transfer window closes on Tuesday.

    See AP’s complete soccer coverage here.

  • Busy Phillipps Responds to ‘Living on Borrowed Time’ Comments After Rare Brain Tumour Diagnosis

    Busy Phillipps Responds to ‘Living on Borrowed Time’ Comments After Rare Brain Tumour Diagnosis

    Actor Busy Philipps has publicly condemned Globe Magazine over a planned article characterizing her brain tumor recovery as “living on borrowed time.” The 47-year-old star, known for roles in Dawson’s Creek, Freaks and Geeks, and Cougar Town, shared a screenshot of a media request from her publicist to Instagram, denouncing the outlet’s “brazen approach.”

    Philipps Responds to ‘Insane’ Media Angle

    In a video accompanying the post, Philipps addressed the publication directly, preserving her signature candor.

    “The Globe is gonna run a story that I am living on borrowed time. To that I say, ‘Aren’t we all motherf***ers?’”

    She continued, laughing in disbelief at the premise of the upcoming piece.

    “But really this is insane. I’m not going to [respond]. My doctors spoke [to PEOPLE] and they’re gonna just run an article that I’m living on borrowed time and that some people who have brain tumours don’t live five years?”

    “That’s true… it’s not what my journey is but OK Globe, go f*** yourself.”

    Celebrity Peers Offer Support

    The comments section quickly filled with messages of support from fellow actors. Angela Kinsey of The Office wrote:

    “Good Lord! Ridiculous! Go Busy go! We got your back!!”

    Juliette Lewis, star of Natural Born Killers and Yellowjackets, shared a similar experience with tabloid tactics, highlighting the “damned if you do, damned if you don’t” pressure of pre-publication comment requests.

    “Ugh I remember getting these types of emails about ‘stories’ they were gonna run about MY life that were totally not true that you were damned if you do damned if you don’t,”

    “If you give a comment then it looks like you’ve commented and legitimise a total lie and if you don’t say anything many people will believe the totally false story. But Alas, now we have social media and we can talk directly to people!”

    Medical Context: Grade 2 Oligodendroglioma

    Philipps revealed in February that she had been diagnosed with a Grade 2 oligodendroglioma, a rare type of brain tumor, which was successfully removed the following month. As she noted in her Instagram callout, her medical team previously spoke to PEOPLE to clarify the prognosis.

    Neuro-oncologist Dr. Alexandra Miller provided details on the diagnosis:

    “It is considered malignant, but it has the best prognosis of all of the malignant gliomas,”

    “It’s sort of defined as a cancerous tumour based on the ability of the tumour to regrow over time, rather than it looking very malignant under the microscope.”

    Following surgery, Philipps does not currently require chemotherapy or radiotherapy. However, she will undergo regular scans to monitor for any recurrence.

    LADbible has contacted Globe Magazine for comment.

  • Intel 14A Defect Density Falls Faster Than Expected: ‘we have not seen this performance since 22nm,’ CFO Says

    Intel 14A Defect Density Falls Faster Than Expected: ‘we have not seen this performance since 22nm,’ CFO Says

    Intel’s confidence in its 14A, or 1.4nm-class, semiconductor manufacturing process is growing as defect density continues to decline. Intel’s internal design teams are developing products for the node, while external customers are beginning to ask how much 14A production capacity the foundry can provide, according to Intel Chief Financial Officer David Zinsner.

    Speaking at Deutsche Bank’s 2026 Technology Conference, Zinsner compared 14A’s development favorably with Intel’s highly successful 22nm process. However, the comparison comes with important qualifications: 14A is still expected to enter risk production in the second half of 2027, with high-volume manufacturing planned for 2028.

    “When you look at the defect density, 14A is tracking better than the target curve we had for 14A,” Zinsner said at Deutsche Bank’s 2026 Technology Conference. “It is also doing better than any of the previous nodes in terms of how quickly we are bringing down the defects. In fact, we have not seen this performance since 22nm, which is arguably one of the best nodes Intel has ever put out.”

    Zinsner’s comments indicate that, at this stage of development, 14A’s defect-reduction trajectory is at least as healthy as 22nm’s was at a comparable point in its development. That does not necessarily mean that 14A’s current defect density is equivalent to the 22nm process’s defect density two years before mass production.

    Manufacturing and inspection equipment have also advanced significantly since 2010, meaning that a defect counted today may not be directly comparable with one Intel counted 16 years ago. In addition, defect density does not directly translate into final product yield.

    Intel 14A process technology shows early progress

    Intel’s 22nm process was the company’s first node to use FinFET transistors and was the world’s most advanced manufacturing technology when it launched. Other chipmakers did not adopt FinFET devices until their 14nm- and 16nm-class nodes arrived in 2014 and 2015.

    Intel 14A will use second-generation gate-all-around RibbonFET transistors and second-generation backside power delivery, known as PowerDirect. The process will also support High-NA EUV lithography, enabled by highly complex patterning requirements.

    Against that backdrop, Intel’s report of unusually strong defect-density reduction well ahead of high-volume manufacturing is encouraging. The comparison is particularly notable given Intel’s difficult experience with several successors to 22nm. Mass production of the company’s 14nm process was delayed by a year because of inadequate yields, its first-generation 10nm node failed to meet expectations, 20A was cancelled, and 18A had high defect density even as it reached a high-volume manufacturing milestone.

    Intel has also disclosed very little information about the development progress of its Intel 4 and Intel 3 nodes.

    External customers begin planning Intel 14A products

    There are signs that 14A is gaining practical customer traction. External customers are developing products for the node, while their discussions with Intel have shifted from general interest to questions about capacity and supply.

    “We are now seeing demand from our internal customers on 14A [and] they are actually probably the most cynical bunch out of anybody,” Zinsner said. “The fact that they are now designing products on 14A was a good confidence boost for us as well. Then, engagements with customers externally, from a foundry perspective has significantly increased. Lip-Bu and the team are now meeting on weekly basis with customers. They are moving away from just looking at data to thinking about ‘how much capacity can I get?’ ‘what does that supply look like?’ So, we are now at a point where we have conviction around customers on 14A externally as well.”

    Intel began mass-producing its 22nm-based Ivy Bridge processors in late 2011 and early 2012, before releasing them commercially in late April 2012. The processors were highly successful, although overclockers criticized the inefficient thermal interface material between the die and integrated heat spreader.

    Intel continued using its 22nm manufacturing technology for many years, first for CPUs from 2012 through 2016 and later for other products. The company similarly expects 14A to become a long-lasting process node.

  • Steph Curry Faces a Crucial Decision With the Warriors’ Future at Stake

    Steph Curry Faces a Crucial Decision With the Warriors’ Future at Stake

    Stephen Curry once again holds the key to the Golden State Warriors’ future.

    Saturday marked the first day the 38-year-old superstar could sign a maximum contract extension with the Warriors. As he prepares for his 18th NBA season, Curry is entering the final year of his current deal, which is worth nearly $63 million.

    Golden State has made no secret of its desire to reach another agreement with Curry before the season begins. General manager Mike Dunleavy has repeatedly said over the past year that the organization wants to keep its franchise player, whose importance extends well beyond the basketball court to the entire Bay Area.

    Curry has also said repeatedly, including after last season, that he would be open to signing a new contract. On the surface, the decision appears straightforward: the Warriors want Curry, and Curry has long maintained that he would prefer to wear only one jersey during his NBA career.

    Curry extension could define the Warriors’ next chapter

    The real intrigue begins if the future Hall of Famer does not sign a new deal before the season starts.

    There has been growing frustration among Warriors fans that the salary-cap-constrained team did not do more this summer to reshape a roster that missed the playoffs last season. But the clearest measure of that frustration has always been, and will continue to be, Curry himself.

    If Curry signs an extension before the season, it would be the strongest indication yet that he still trusts Dunleavy and owner Joe Lacob to do everything possible to maximize the final years of his career.

    The Warriors should have significantly more flexibility next summer, when additional cap space and a collection of future first-round picks could give them more opportunities to overhaul the roster than they had in recent months. However, the team took a high-profile swing this summer by pursuing LeBron James and came away empty-handed, leaving Curry with largely the same supporting cast he had a year ago.

    LeBron headed to Philly, leaving Warriors fans disappointed

    That supporting cast includes head coach Steve Kerr, who signed a two-year extension this summer, and Draymond Green, who agreed to a one-year deal. If Curry does not sign, speculation and anxiety surrounding the Warriors—from the fanbase and the wider basketball world—would reach a fever pitch.

    Why Curry’s contract decision matters

    The overwhelming expectation has always been that Curry will sign and the Warriors will continue operating with him as the focal point of everything they do. But if he waits, whether to send a message about the roster or simply to see what happens next, the uncertainty would create a lingering distraction over the team until the situation is resolved.

    That is the catch-22 Curry faces.

    He has never been the type of player to publicly disrupt the team, even when he is unhappy with a situation. Instead, he typically lets his performances on the court speak more loudly than his words at a microphone. This latest decision in his legendary career is likely to follow the same pattern.

    With one more signature, Curry would secure his future with the only NBA team he has ever known. He would publicly endorse the organization’s current direction, as well as whatever may come during the final years of his storied career. In return, the Warriors would retain the greatest player in franchise history and one of the most valuable stars the league has ever produced.

    Curry played only 43 games last season because of multiple injuries, including a persistent knee problem that kept him out for two months. Throughout his career, however, he has understood the influence of his words and actions. He knows that every move is watched and analyzed, and that he commands enormous attention while the Warriors remain one of the NBA’s most prominent teams.

    That is why Curry understands the message his decision would send if a new contract is not completed.

    Would he turn down that level of security and spend the season answering questions about his future? Or does he trust the Warriors enough to commit now and leave the organization’s next major decisions for another day?

    Only Curry knows.

    For years, nearly everything the Warriors have done has revolved around him. Now, as the organization tries to determine what the final chapter of this era will look like, Curry once again gets to decide where it begins.

  • Browns Fans Want Dillon Gabriel to Stay, but Todd Monken Appears to Have Other Plans

    Browns Fans Want Dillon Gabriel to Stay, but Todd Monken Appears to Have Other Plans

    The Cleveland Browns may have settled their starting quarterback decision, but Dillon Gabriel gave the team another reason to reconsider how it views the rest of its quarterback room.

    With Deshaun Watson already named the starter, Gabriel delivered Cleveland’s most impressive quarterback performance of the preseason during Thursday’s 37-13 win over the New England Patriots.

    Dillon Gabriel leads five straight scoring drives

    Gabriel completed 12 of 15 passes for 186 yards and three touchdowns in the first half. He led five consecutive scoring drives without throwing an interception, prompting Kirk Herbstreit to make his position clear.

    “There’s no way, see, this was not a one-night Dillon Gabriel thing for me,” Herbstreit said during Amazon Prime’s broadcast. “I’ve seen this kid do exactly what he did tonight almost every start he made in college, whether it was at UCF, Oklahoma or Oregon.”

    He added: “I don’t know how you let him go, personally. There is no way I would let him leave.”

    More than preseason statistics

    Gabriel’s performance stood out because of how effectively Cleveland’s offense operated with him in control. The Browns scored on all five of their first-half possessions, producing three touchdowns and two field goals.

    Gabriel repeatedly put the offense in favorable situations, including a 52-yard completion to Ben Patterson after rolling left out of the pocket. He also connected with Luke Floriea for two touchdowns and found Ahmani Marshall for another score on third-and-goal.

    “What a great half, happy for him,” Monken said. “Guys played well around him. Certainly took advantage of the opportunity.”

    That opportunity came at a significant moment. Watson has already been named Cleveland’s starter, but the decision has drawn scrutiny after Browns fans booed him during the preseason.

    Shedeur Sanders has also received significant public support, making the Browns’ quarterback room one of the most closely watched in the NFL.

    Gabriel’s performance reflects his college career

    The strongest part of Herbstreit’s argument was that Thursday’s performance did not change his opinion of Gabriel. Instead, it reinforced it.

    The broadcaster pointed to what Gabriel showed during his college career at three different programs, arguing that the poise and efficiency displayed against New England were consistent with the quarterback he had already seen.

    Former NFL defensive tackle Breiden Fehoko offered an even stronger assessment.

    “The best quarterback play of the Browns preseason we saw tonight,” Fehoko wrote. “Dillon Gabriel is the guy who got screwed in this QB competition.”

    Whether Monken is interested in reopening the Week 1 decision remains unclear. Gabriel did, however, make one part of the discussion harder to ignore.

    If Cleveland does not view him as the starter right now, the Browns still must determine how highly they value keeping him on the roster.