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Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders had a bold message for fans and teammates before taking the first snaps of the game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Sanders made his long-awaited first NFL start Sunday against the Raiders. He was moved up to No. 1 on the depth chart after Dillon Gabriel suffered a concussion in Week 11.
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Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) throws during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Candice Ward)
He spoke with CBS’ Tiffany Blackmon before taking the field.
“I’m the one they were looking for,” Sanders said with a smile.
Sanders talked about the possibility of finally getting his first career start as well.
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Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) kneels in the end zone before an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Candice Ward)
“It feels good,” Sanders said. “But we are cool, calm and collected. That’s not the case for us.”
He met with his father, Deion Sanders, before leaving the tunnel. The wholesome moment was shared on the Browns’ social media account before the game.
Sanders and the Browns started first on offense, putting up points on their first drive. On the second drive, the Browns were set up in Raiders territory. The team only used running back Quinshon Judkins on the drive. He eventually scored on a direct snap from 8 yards out.
The former Colorado standout got his first taste of NFL action last week against the Baltimore Ravens.
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He was 4-of-16 with 47 yards and an interception.
