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Dillon Gabriel

Dillon Gabriel is an American professional football quarterback for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Dillon Gabriel is an American professional football quarterback for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL). Born in Mililani, Hawaii, he played college football at UCF, Oklahoma and Oregon before being selected by Cleveland in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Early life

Gabriel was born in Mililani, Hawaii, and is widely identified with his Hawaiian upbringing. Sources also note that Hawaiian culture has shaped his personal and athletic identity.

College career

Gabriel played college football at UCF, Oklahoma and Oregon. His final college season in 2024 was especially successful, ending with major national honours and multiple FBS career records.

Professional career

The Cleveland Browns drafted Gabriel in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft. He entered the NFL as a quarterback and was listed as an active player for Cleveland.

Records and honours

Gabriel’s college career ended with records or near-record marks in passing and total touchdowns, passing yards and total yards. He also received first-team All-American recognition and Big Ten MVP honours in 2024.

Key facts

  • Played his first three college seasons for the UCF Knights, then two seasons for the Oklahoma Sooners, before transferring to Oregon.
  • In 2024, he earned first-team All-American honours and was named Big Ten Most Valuable Player.
  • He finished his college career as the FBS all-time leader in total touchdowns and tied for the passing touchdowns record.
  • The Cleveland Browns selected him 94th overall in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
  • He is listed as an active quarterback for Cleveland in the NFL.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Dillon Gabriel?
He is an American professional football quarterback for the Cleveland Browns in the NFL.
Where is Dillon Gabriel from?
He was born in Mililani, Hawaii, United States.
What colleges did Dillon Gabriel attend?
He played college football at UCF, Oklahoma and Oregon.
When was Dillon Gabriel drafted into the NFL?
He was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
What records did Dillon Gabriel set in college?
He finished as the FBS all-time leader in total touchdowns and tied the passing touchdowns record, while also ranking near the top in passing yards, total yards and games started.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dillon_Gabriel
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, college career, 2024 honours, and 2025 NFL draft selection.
  2. Cleveland Browns — https://www.clevelandbrowns.com/team/players-roster/dillon-gabriel/
    Supports: Team affiliation, height, age, college, draft details, and college career records.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4427238/dillon-gabriel
    Supports: Current position, team, height/weight, birthdate, college, and draft information.
  4. NFL.com — https://www.nfl.com/players/dillon-gabriel/
    Supports: Active roster status, physical profile, hometown, college, and team.
  5. Hawaii Public Schools — https://hawaiipublicschools.org/2025-alumni-spotlight-dillon-gabriel/
    Supports: Mililani High School background, Hawaiian connection, and college/NFL career overview.