Summary
The Cleveland Browns are considering whether to trade rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders before the NFL trade deadline. Sanders, a fifth-round draft pick, has not yet played in a regular-season game. The Browns need to decide between trading Sanders to solve current team struggles or keeping him for future potential.
Key Facts
- The Cleveland Browns drafted two rookie quarterbacks in 2025: Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders.
- Dillon Gabriel, picked in the third round, is currently the starting quarterback.
- Shedeur Sanders, a fifth-round pick, is now the backup but hasn't played in a regular season game.
- The Browns recently traded veteran quarterback Joe Flacco.
- Tony Grossi suggested on ESPN Cleveland that Coach Kevin Stefanski might support trading Sanders.
- Sanders had impressive college stats, with 4,134 yards and 37 touchdowns in 2024.
- The Browns' offense is currently third-worst in the NFL in terms of points per game.
- The NFL trade deadline is on November 4, when the Browns must decide on Sanders' future.
