As the Cleveland Browns continue evaluating their quarterback options ahead of the new NFL season, all eyes remain on rookie Shedeur Sanders. Recently, the quarterback found himself in the spotlight for an unexpected reason, not on the practice field, but at a youth camp. A young fan at the Browns’ youth football camp in Cleveland posed a direct question that drew immediate attention.
Kid’s Bold Question Puts Spotlight on Shedeur Sanders’ Role in Browns QB Race
At the camp, surrounded by enthusiastic children, Sanders was confronted with a moment of honesty. One young camper asked him, “Are you going to be the starter, or will it be Joe Flacco?” Another chimed in: “Who is your starting quarterback?” Sanders, without hesitation, responded, “We got preseason first.”
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“Are you starting or is Joe Flacco starting?”
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That brief yet composed reply reflects the poise the former Colorado Buffaloes star is trying to maintain. Selected in the fifth round of the NFL Draft after a dramatic slide from early first-round projections, Sanders has had to block out significant outside noise. Criticized pre-draft for his “attitude,” his demeanor at the youth camp spoke volumes, choosing patience and focus over hype and promises.
The moment unfolded during Cleveland’s recent youth football camp, where Sanders not only addressed questions but also connected with kids on a personal level. In a light-hearted and endearing exchange, he danced with a young fan, a clip that quickly circulated online. This balance between professionalism and relatability is helping reshape public perception.
While the Browns continue their quarterback evaluations, the competition remains fierce. Veterans Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett, along with rookie Dillon Gabriel, are all vying for the top job. Reports from Browns camp suggest that Flacco and Pickett currently have an edge, but Sanders’ performance and attitude have not gone unnoticed.
In college, Sanders posted ͏stellar numbers: 4,134 passing yards, 3͏7 touchdowns, 10 interceptions, and ͏a completion rate of 74.0 %, the best in the NCAA͏. He capped off his ͏senior season ͏by earning All-͏American honors, winning the Big 12 Offensive Player of the ͏Year award, and claiming the Johnny͏ Unitas Golden Arm Award. Despite this resume, his draft-day slide shocked many across the football world.
Since͏ joining the Browns, Sanders has impressed both on the field ͏and in the locker room. Far from showing frustration, he has embraced the challenge and made his͏ intentions clear,͏ reportedly even promising to bring a Super Bowl to Cleveland.
Though nothing is certain yet about who will start in Week 1, moments like the youth camp interaction serve as a reminder: Sanders isn’t just competing to win games. He is working to win trust, both inside the locker room and across the city.