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Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski isn’t too clear Shedeur Sanders’ The quarterback’s big preseason is in the future after the big preseason on Friday night.
Sanders Become a conversation In sports, there were two touchdowns with the Panthers passing, winning praise from LeBron James and other sports stars, including South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley.
But Stefanski didn’t show whether performance would lead to Sanders’ promotion on the depth chart. Sanders was buried in fourth place after Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett and Dillon Gabriel.
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Cleveland Brown quarterback Shedeur Sanders threw against the Carolina Panthers in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. (Scott Kinser/US Network Today via IMAGN Image)
“We need to look at the next few days from an injury perspective and see where everyone is,” Stefanski told reporters Saturday.
“I really focus on the development of all of our quarterbacks and every representative last night, their importance.
Stefanski added that Sanders could “clean up” some aspects of his performance.
“We have a standard in this position and in every position, but certainly a quarterback position. We have a standard, the way we play, the way we play, the way we operate and how we care for football and those types of things.”
“There are some things that can be cleaned up and he will clean it up. But, overall, I think the surgery is really good, and it’s important when you have different people there. … I think it goes back to Shedeur or any player, and you’re maximizing all the time in the building.”
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Stefanski’s comments have attracted criticism from fans who think Sanders deserves even more praise after the show.
One X user wrote: “Let Kevin Stefanski praise Shedeur instead of a rookie or QB overall, like a tooth extraction.”
Another user wrote: “Stop playing and name him is the starter.”
Despite two touchdowns, Sanders was critical of Friday’s performance.
“Did I play?” Sanders said after the game, “But, overall, the main goal is to win, and honestly, that’s what we do.
“I’m very uncomfortable, so that’s it.”
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders hit the touchdown pass against the Carolina Panthers in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. (Jim Dedmon/Imagn image)
Sanders talked about whether he had a fair shooting percentage to win Saturday’s starting job.
“I just don’t think everything goes deeper because you won’t be able to control it,” Sanders said. “The biggest thing you can do is when you get the chance, when your phone number is called, perform, at least try to win the game as much as possible.
Still, Sanders used his big night to target one of his critics.
In a YouTube video posted by his brother Deion Sanders Jr., Shedeur faces face to face with Tony Grossi, a Browns at Bank of America Stadium, who beat journalist ESPN. Despite Sanders’ sarcasm with reporters, it’s not an annoying interaction.
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“I hope you have a positive statement about me, Tony,” Sanders said to Grossi. “You only say negative things about me. I thought, ‘I have nothing to do with you.’ I can’t see what you say positive.”
Grossi’s answer was unheard, although they laughed afterwards.
“What am I doing? What am I doing to you?” Sanders said as he walked away.
Browns take over Philadelphia Eagles In next week’s second preseason, Stefanski said Sanders will receive a considerable representation.
Sanders fell to the 144th pick in the NFL draft this spring after the Scouts raised their role concerns. Previously, he was considered the first overall draft pick contender, but slipped through the first four rounds in one of the most shocking draft slides in NFL history, causing confusion and debate among many NFL fans.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders, ahead in Berea, Ohio, stepped out of the field on May 10, 2025 in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
Sanders’ time with the Browns has been involved in controversy as he was cited for speeding.
Sanders first sold tickets at 91 mph in the 65 mph area. Two weeks later, he allegedly reached a speed of 101 mph in the 60 mph area, Failed to appear in court.
Brons general manager Andrew Berry criticized the incident in Sanders last month.
“Not smart. Just not smart,” Berry told reporters tickets. “This is the problem we solved with him. Look, he understands the meaning. He understands the consequences. It’s not just about yourself. It’s not just about having Joyride, but you can hurt others. … A deer or something in front of you, your reaction time, your reaction time is dangerous.”
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