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Report Says Shedeur Sanders Told Ravens Not to Draft Him to Avoid Backing Up Lamar Jackson

Sanders is Cleveland’s third quarterback, declining to discuss the report after Sunday’s loss in Baltimore.

Head coach Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns looks on during warm ups prior to the game against the Cincinnati Bengals during the game at Huntington Bank Field on September 07, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Overview

  • ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the Ravens planned to select Sanders at No. 141 before being informed he did not want to sit behind Lamar Jackson.
  • Baltimore pivoted to offensive lineman Carson Vinson at No. 141 as Cleveland traded up and took Sanders at No. 144.
  • Sanders is listed behind starter Joe Flacco and rookie Dillon Gabriel on the Browns’ depth chart and was inactive for Week 2 in Baltimore.
  • Asked about the draft‑day report postgame, Sanders said he was “focused on the now” and declined to revisit the episode.
  • Former NFL quarterback Alex Smith called the reported decision short‑sighted on ESPN, arguing Baltimore offers stability and development.