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Shedeur Sanders Signs Rookie Contract, Joins Browns' Quarterback Competition

After a surprising draft slide, Sanders secures a four-year, $4.6 million deal and enters a four-way battle for Cleveland's starting QB role.

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May 10, 2025; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) throws a pass during rookie minicamp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Shedeur Sanders, once projected as a first-round pick, was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round at No. 144 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft.
  • Sanders signed a four-year rookie contract worth $4.6 million, a significant financial drop compared to his college NIL valuation of $6.5 million and potential first-round earnings.
  • The Browns have confirmed Sanders will wear No. 12, as his preferred college number, No. 2, is already taken by teammate DeAndre Carter.
  • Sanders impressed Browns coaches during rookie minicamp with his precision and work ethic, setting the stage for a four-way quarterback competition with Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and Dillon Gabriel.
  • General Manager Andrew Berry described Sanders as a 'mispriced' draft value, emphasizing the team's belief in his potential to outperform his draft position.