Argonauts Secure CFL Rights to Shedeur Sanders

Shedeur Sanders, once projected as a top NFL draft pick, fell to the fifth round and was selected by the Cleveland Browns, where he joins a quarterback group including Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and Dillon Gabriel. Although Sanders had a strong college career at Colorado, he is not currently favored for the starting role, with Kenny Pickett leading the competition due to his NFL experience and mobility. As a contingency, the Toronto Argonauts of the CFL have added Sanders to their exclusive negotiation list, giving them Canadian rights should he consider a CFL career. The likelihood of Sanders moving to the CFL soon remains low, but the option provides a potential backup plan. Sanders' situation is reminiscent of other NFL players who later found success in the CFL. His future remains closely watched as both leagues express continued interest in his development.