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Shedeur Sanders Declines Eagles, Joins Browns as Third-String QB

9/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Philadelphia Eagles showed interest in drafting Shedeur Sanders in 2025 National Football League (NFL) Draft, but he declined to back up Hurts.
Shedeur Sanders was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round, falling from a projected first-round pick.
He is the Browns' third-string QB behind Joe Flacco and Dillon Gabriel, with Deion hopeful he’ll start this season.

History

Historical Context

The NFL Draft has evolved significantly since its inception in 1936, when teams selected players based on limited scouting. In 1983, John Elway was the first overall pick, emphasizing the importance of quarterbacks. Recently, Shedeur Sanders' unexpected fifth-round selection highlights the unpredictable nature of the draft, reflecting ongoing challenges for quarterbacks in securing starting roles amid changing team strategies.

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Story summary

The Philadelphia Eagles showed interest in drafting Shedeur Sanders in 2025 National Football League (NFL) Draft, but he declined to back up Hurts.
Shedeur Sanders was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round, falling from a projected first-round pick.
He is the Browns' third-string QB behind Joe Flacco and Dillon Gabriel, with Deion hopeful he’ll start this season.

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