There went the Sanders hype, along with his chances to further raise his stock in the ever-evolving quarterback competition in Cleveland. Pickett and Gabriel returned after battling hamstring injuries last week, which gave Sanders the opportunity to start the preseason opener last week.

The Cleveland rookie left early with an injury but made sure to seek out Hurts afterward. They had a "lengthy" talk, Hurts said.

PHILADELPHIA — Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders suffered an oblique injury during Wednesday’s joint practice against the Eagles, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.