Cleveland selected Gabriel in the third round following his stellar lone season with the Oregon Ducks, one which saw him throw for a career-high 3,857 yards, 30 touchdowns and six interceptions while leading Oregon to a Big Ten title and the top seed in the College Football Playoff.

Thus, many were shocked when Cleveland drafted Oregon's Dillon Gabriel at pick No. 94. The Browns then made the most noteworthy move of the fifth round when they traded up to select Sanders with the No. 144 overall choice.

The Cleveland Browns selected Oregon QB Dillon Gabriel with the No. 94 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft. Dillon Gabriel plays the quarterback position like a point guard. He effectively distributes the ball to his weapons.