Nine years ago, Vikings QB Carson Wentz got his first NFL start as a member of the Eagles against the Browns to open the 2016 season.
Now, QB Dillon Gabriel is going to get his first NFL start against Wentz and the Vikings. Going into the matchup between Cleveland and Minnesota in London on Oct. 5, the Vikings turned their attention to Gabriel as he prepares to lead the Browns' offense.
"It's been a while for me, but I remember (starting my first game) like it was yesterday, a lot of emotions, a lot of excitement," Wentz said. "Everybody kind of handles those things differently and all those things. So, I know it's an exciting time for him and for his family, but for him, I know it'll be a big moment."
Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell remembers scouting Gabriel during the pre-draft