Summary
Shedeur Sanders, a rookie quarterback for the Cleveland Browns, gained attention for his silent gestures during a press interview, which some linked to his reaction to another rookie, Dillon Gabriel, being named the starting quarterback. Shedeur's father, Deion Sanders, publicly reacted to his son's behavior. ESPN reported that Shedeur's actions were actually a response to criticism from analyst Rex Ryan.
Key Facts
- Shedeur Sanders is a rookie quarterback for the Cleveland Browns.
- The Browns benched veteran Joe Flacco and started rookie Dillon Gabriel against the Minnesota Vikings.
- Shedeur performed a silent, mime-like act during a press session, leading to various reactions.
- Deion Sanders, Shedeur's father, supported his son's actions with a comment on social media.
- ESPN reported that Shedeur's mime act was a response to comments by analyst Rex Ryan.
- Rex Ryan criticized Shedeur's readiness to be a starting quarterback.
- There is ongoing debate about Shedeur's maturity and readiness to start in games for the Browns.