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Team owner Jimmy Haslam’s comments provide a glimpse into the franchise’s internal deliberations. During an interview at an owners’ meeting, Haslam indicated that Gabriel, along with Shador Sanders, has a “longer leash” than generally expected. That phrase suggests the front office is willing to give Gabriel an extended chance to prove himself, possibly owing to recent decisions and internal evaluations.
Haslam emphasized Gabriel’s professionalism, mentioning that he comes to work each day trying to improve. This hints at a cautious, perhaps even optimistic, approach from the ownership—yet it also raises questions about whether Gabriel can turn things around or if he’s merely filling a temporary slot.