Pre-draft activities are in full swing as NFL fans await who the Cleveland Browns will select with the No. 2 overall pick. Some of the top contenders include Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter, Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter, Miami quarterback Cam Ward, and Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders.
As part of their evaluation process, the Browns invited Carter, Hunter, and Sanders for top-30 visits ahead of the draft on April 24 in Green Bay, Wis.
NFL Fans React to Browns Inviting Shedeur Sanders, Abdul Carter, and Travis Hunter for Top-30 Visits
The Browns officially announced that they have invited Carter, Hunter, and Sanders to CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on Thursday as part of their pre-draft evaluations.
Top-30 visits allow NFL teams to bring in 30 draft prospects for a closer look following the NFL scouting combine.
We're hosting Abdul Carter, Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter as part of our ongoing top 30 visits today at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus
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— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) March 5, 2025
When fans saw the news, many had strong opinions—especially about Shedeur Sanders and his perceived draft stock. Others shared their own preferences for the Browns’ pick. Here’s how fans reacted:
“You said top 30? Sanders isn’t top 30,” one fan commented.
You said top 30 ? Sanders isn't top 30
— Alek (@AlekWhite4) March 6, 2025
“We need Abdul. Or Hunter,” another wrote.
“Sanders is a perfect fit for the Browns,” another added.
Some fans were also curious why Ward wasn’t included in the visit list:
“When is Cam coming to town?” one fan asked.
“Can you guys draft Cam or Shedeur so Hunter falls to the Pats at No. 4? 🙏🏽 Thanks,” another added.
“Someone very notable is missing from this list,” one fan pointed out about Ward.
“Sanders, no matter what,” another fan posted.
What Is the Browns’ Draft Strategy?
The Browns are in a tough position heading into the NFL Draft.
They already have Deshaun Watson as their starting quarterback, but his injury history and off-field concerns have created uncertainty about the team’s future at the position. However, with Watson signed to a fully guaranteed five-year, $230 million contract, the Browns’ handling of his situation will significantly impact their next moves.
If Cleveland opts to draft a quarterback at No. 2, they could take either Ward or Sanders. However, they could also stay put and select a defensive playmaker like Hunter or Carter while targeting Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe in the second or third round.
According to major mock drafts, the Browns are most likely to select either Sanders or Ward. However, a team like the Raiders could trade up and swap picks with Cleveland in an attempt to secure their own franchise quarterback.