Shedeur Sanders Drafted by Browns Amid Controversy

Shedeur Sanders, once projected as a first-round NFL Draft pick, was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, prompting debate over the factors behind his draft slide. Reports allege that teams questioned Shedeur's professionalism and interview conduct, including claims he wore headphones and appeared arrogant, accusations his father Deion Sanders strongly denies as 'foolish' and damaging. Deion, referencing Tom Brady's draft adversity, has urged Shedeur to use the criticism as motivation. The Browns now have a crowded quarterback room, with Shedeur competing for the starting spot against Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and rookie Dillon Gabriel. Early camp reports suggest Shedeur is performing well, though Flacco aims to keep his starting role. The media's influence on Shedeur's draft narrative has also come under scrutiny.