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Is Shedeur Sanders the next Browns starter? Chris Canty believes former Colorado star is already 'leader in the clubhouse'

Shedeur Sanders impressed at Browns rookie minicamp, with Super Bowl champ Chris Canty labeling him the 'leader in the clubhouse' early on. (browns/X0 Shedeur Sanders might have entered the NFL as a fifth-round pick in the 2025 Draft, but he's quickly proving that draft position doesn't define potential—or leadership. While many expected Dillon Gabriel, taken two rounds earlier, to draw most of the early spotlight, it's Sanders who's quietly making waves inside the Cleveland Browns' quarterback room. NFL champion sees Shedeur Sanders as early Browns frontrunner From the moment rookie minicamp wrapped up, a buzz began building around Sanders' presence and poise. ESPN's Chris Canty, a Super Bowl champion turned analyst, spoke about it on Unsportsmanlike, pointing out how players are responding to the former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback. 'I'm going with whoever my locker room responds to the most,' Canty said. 'Just based on how the rookies reacted to him coming off of rookie minicamp. Based on what we've been hearing in terms of his interactions with veterans around the building, the coaching staff, it feels like people are gravitating toward Shedeur Sanders.' That gravitation seems genuine. Sanders has already started forming meaningful bonds within the team, including a noticeable connection with rookie running back Quinshon Judkins. Their camaraderie has surfaced on social media, offering fans a glimpse into a budding off-field friendship that could translate into real on-field synergy. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo How Shedeur Sanders becomes Cleveland Browns starting QB | THE HERD w/ Colin Cowherd & Drew Bledsoe Even more telling was a group photo from day one of rookie minicamp, where several teammates threw up 'The Shedeur' gesture—a celebration Sanders popularized. Interestingly, Sanders himself chose not to flash it in that moment, perhaps a quiet nod to the humility and team-first mindset he's adopting as he finds his footing in Cleveland. Sanders doesn't just bring talent; he brings an infectious calmness and charisma. His natural ease with the media and in public appearances has drawn comparisons to veteran quarterbacks. At the recent NFLPA Rookie Premiere, he was all smiles, even joking about sharing a room with Super Bowl MVP Joe Flacco. 'It's just so funny. We're on the same team,' Sanders said. 'People try to put us against each other, but inside the room, we know we are one.' In a league where rookies often tread lightly, Sanders seems to be walking with a quiet confidence—likely inherited from his father, NFL Hall of Famer and current Colorado coach Deion Sanders. Canty agrees. 'Shedeur Sanders is the leader in the clubhouse because he's comfortable in that environment—because he's been around the NFL all his life. His dad is Deion Sanders.' The Browns' quarterback competition is anything but light. Sanders is up against the likes of Flacco, Gabriel, Kenny Pickett, and possibly even Deshaun Watson if he returns healthy. Still, early impressions suggest Sanders isn't intimidated. Instead, he's leaning into the challenge—earning trust, building chemistry, and making it impossible for coaches and teammates to overlook him. While the official starter remains unnamed, one thing's clear: Shedeur Sanders is not here just to take part. If this momentum continues, the Browns might find themselves turning to a rookie not just for potential—but for leadership and results. Also Read: Not just a Swiftie: Travis Kelce's cousin sparks backlash after shutting down bandwagon fan accusations Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.