Just hours after the Cleveland Browns secured a 24-10 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to heap praise on rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders.
Trump’s message was bold: “Shedeur Sanders was GREAT … Wins first game, career start, as a pro (for Cleveland). Great Genes. I TOLD YOU SO.”
Sanders, the son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, completed 11 of 20 passes for 209 yards, one touchdown and one interception in his first NFL start – becoming the first Browns quarterback since the franchise’s return to win his debut start.
Trump‘s endorsement comes after the president had previously publicly questioned why Sanders was not drafted earlier in 2025, even asking if NFL team owners were “stupid” to pass on him.
Trump’s backing puts spotlight on Sanders’ debut
The timing of Trump‘s post aligns perfectly with Sanders‘ breakout outing in Las Vegas. The Browns’ defense piled up 10 sacks and shut down the Raiders‘ offense, allowing Sanders to orchestrate the win with more confidence than polish.
Trump‘s statement did more than congratulate – it revived the talk about Sanders’ draft slide and legacy ties, accentuating the national spotlight on Cleveland’s young signal-caller.
While Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski remains non-committal about naming Sanders the permanent starter for next week, Trump’s public validation certainly adds urgency and attention around the decision.
The endorsement also ignites discussion about how closely politics and sports fandom remain intertwined – especially when a high profile figure places his belief in a young talent.
For Sanders, the win is a milestone and for Trump, it’s a validation of his NFL Draft prediction and faith in the player.
More importantly, perhaps it’s a crucial moment of introspection for the Browns who, after hesitating with him at first, can now see they have a potential star on their hands.
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