Former Browns Coach Warns Against Shedeur Sanders Hype Amid QB Competition

Shedeur Sanders, the Cleveland Browns' rookie quarterback, has generated significant hype following his strong performances in offseason activities and training camps, with some calling him a potential franchise quarterback. However, former NFL coach Eric Mangini and other analysts caution that Sanders' current impressive statistics come primarily from reps against second-string defenders, and he has yet to prove himself against the Browns' first-team players. Despite the excitement from fans and media, the coaching staff, led by Kevin Stefanski, appears to be managing expectations by limiting Sanders' exposure to top competition to allow him to develop without undue pressure. Veteran voices like Jason Whitlock highlight the media and family-driven hype surrounding Sanders, emphasizing that his status is still unproven in real NFL games. Meanwhile, sports personality Colin Cowherd compared Sanders' unexpected emergence to the accidental invention of Post-it Notes, acknowledging the Browns' surprise success in drafting him late. Sanders remains focused and undeterred by the mixed reactions, aiming to earn his place among the Browns' quarterbacks in a competitive roster that includes veterans and fellow rookies.