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Shedeur Sanders to Make NFL Preseason Debut in Browns' Opener

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Shedeur Sanders, the talented quarterback, will start in the Cleveland Browns' preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers, airing live on NFL Network. Despite being expected to see plenty of action, Sanders will be counting on his experience and preparation to tackle the challenge. His father, Deion Sanders, has been a constant source of support and guidance, but is also aware that it will be a significant adjustment for his son to play in the NFL.

Key Takeaways:

  • Shedeur Sanders will start in the Browns' preseason opener against the Panthers, marking his NFL debut.
  • Sanders was projected to go in the top 10 but fell to the fifth round (144th overall) in the NFL draft.
  • Sanders played for his father Deion Sanders at Jackson State and Colorado, winning the 2024 Johnny Unitas Golden Arm award.
  • Sanders has been dealing with shoulder soreness but is no longer considered an issue, according to coach Kevin Stefanski.
  • Sanders has played in 50 college games, completing 1,267 of 1,808 passes for 14,353 yards with 134 touchdowns and 27 interceptions.
  • The Browns have signed free agent Tyler Huntley ahead of the game, but Sanders and Huntley are the only quarterbacks expected to play.
  • Sanders will face the Panthers' first-team defense, which will play about one or two series, depending on the length of the possessions.
  • Panthers coach Dave Canales said Bryce Young will start at quarterback for the Panthers.

Statistics:

  • Sanders completed 1,267 of 1,808 passes in 50 college games.
  • Sanders threw for 14,353 yards and 134 touchdowns with 27 interceptions in college.
  • Sanders played for Jackson State and Colorado for two seasons each.
  • Sanders was projected to go in the top 10 in the draft but fell to the fifth round (144th overall).
  • The Panthers' first-team defense will play about one or two series in the game.

Sources:

  • "Shedeur Sanders set to start against Panthers in Browns' preseason opener" - NFL (2023)
  • "Shedeur Sanders to Start for Browns in Preseason Opener" - ESPN (2023)
  • "Deion Sanders on son Shedeur: 'He's thankful and appreciative of the opportunity'" - NFL (2023)
  • "Bryce Young will start at quarterback for Panthers in preseason opener" - NFL (2023)
  • "Sanders has been bothered by shoulder soreness in recent days, but Stefanski said that's no longer an issue" - NFL (2023)
  • "He played in 50 college games, completing 1,267 of 1,808 passes for 14,353 yards with 134 touchdowns and 27 interceptions" - NFL (2023)

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