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Shedeur Sanders' NFL Draft Slide Spurs Debate on Decisions and Branding

The Cleveland Browns selected the Colorado quarterback in the fifth round, as analysts point to pre-draft missteps and family influence as key factors in his unexpected fall.

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Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) laughs during the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Shedeur Sanders, once projected as a top-10 pick, fell to the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft and was selected by the Cleveland Browns with the 144th overall pick.
  • Pro Football Hall of Famer Cris Carter attributed Sanders' draft slide to a combination of poor interview performances, skipped workouts, and an overemphasis on personal branding.
  • Carter dismissed conspiracy and racial bias theories, emphasizing that Sanders and his family 'overplayed their hand,' costing him an estimated $30–$50 million in potential earnings.
  • Sanders celebrated his selection with a high-profile party in Dallas, where he displayed a $1 million gift, sparking additional commentary about his media strategy.
  • The Browns' quarterback room now includes five players, with no clear starting quarterback for the upcoming season, creating uncertainty about Sanders' immediate NFL role.