Shedeur Sanders Selected by Cleveland Browns in NFL Draft
Cleveland, OH – Quarterback Shedeur Sanders was drafted by the Cleveland Browns on Saturday in the fifth round of the NFL Draft, making him the 144th overall pick. The former Colorado Buffaloes star and son of head coach Deion Sanders had been projected by many experts to be a first-round choice, leading to excitement and expectations around his potential.
After a nerve-wracking wait through the first four rounds, Sanders expressed his gratitude on Twitter, thanking God for the opportunity. In a joyful live stream on Twitch, he celebrated the moment with his brother, Shilo Sanders, and friends, erupting into cheers and dances upon hearing the news.
The quarterback position saw several players selected before Sanders, including Cam Ward from Miami, who went first overall to the Tennessee Titans, Jaxson Dart from Ole Miss picked by the New York Giants at No. 25, Tyler Shough from Louisville at No. 40 by the New Orleans Saints, and Jalen Milroe from Alabama at No. 92 to the Seattle Seahawks.
Adding to the pre-draft narrative, former President Trump had criticized NFL owners on his social media platform for not selecting Sanders earlier. He praised Deion Sanders as a "great college football player" with a "son who has PHENOMENAL GENES," urging teams to recognize his potential for greatness.
Shedeur Sanders wrapped up his college career impressively, breaking Colorado’s single-season passing record and earning the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year award. Additionally, the university recently honored him by retiring his jersey number during a ceremony at Folsom Field in Boulder, solidifying his legacy at Colorado.
As he embarks on his professional career with the Browns, all eyes will be on Sanders as he strives to make his mark in the NFL.
