Shedeur Sanders is trying his best to get the attention from the media during the Cleveland Browns camp to rprove his value, but his boss Kevin Stefanski says the young player still needs to wait for his chance to shine, as it is not enough the value he gets from the media attention in order to make headlines.
A fresh report by Essentially Sports shared that some people saw as “good news” when Stefanski said Sanders was still in the race during the start of preseason tests. But this news also came with a warning, as Stefanski slowed down the talk about the rookie getting above other experienced player in the roster.
Intermediate expectations
“Shedeur’s doing everything right. But we’re not handing out jobs in July,” Stefanski told the reporter.
Stefanski’s words are compleately understadable as it is too soon to have a first pick for the season already when the season itself has not even started. The Browns leader made clear that all quarterbacks, like Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel, and Sanders, are sharing turns.
So, it does not matter how much buzz Sanders brings with him, he must work like everyone lese for his place.
Big expectation around Sanders
Last year, the former Colorado star was a hot topic in every college games for his strong throws and bold style of play. His dad’s NFL fame and Sanders’ promising way on the field made him a top pick for fans even before his first game in the NFL.
But with great players like Flacco and Pickett ahead of him, and Gabriel also doing well, Sanders sits fourth in line for quarterback by now. However, some fans and experts still think he will be the one that will soon lead the team.
Stefanski’s organized plan
Kevin Stefanski, known for his calm and careful way on making decisions, keeps the excitement hidden in his mind. He likes Sanders’ hard work and how well he plays, but he is honest and humble so he still talks about learning more than just showing off. At the end of the day, Shedeur has not played a single NFL game yet.
“All four of our quarterbacks are getting looks. It’s still early,” he said.
This way of directing is not new for Stefanski, who often prefers to rely on more experienced players first and then slowly bring in the prospects. While he has not said no to Sanders moving up, he is clear that nothing is just given away, it must be earned.
Though Sanders has not said a word about the fight for spots, his recent vague posts online, in which he preaches about waiting and working hard, show he is more than ready to accept the challenge and putting in the effort. Fans read his words as quiet trust, not upset.
What is coming for Sanders?
Training camp will prove if Sanders has a real shot to move up, or if the Browns see him more as a future play than an actual option. For now, Stefanski’s open words send a note to both the team and people watching: promise is great, but steady work is the key factor that wins out.
Shedeur Sanders might be (and probably he is) on a good path, but the Browns are thinking in a long term perspective. With hopes for the playoffs and many quarterbacks ready to play, this might be their wisest plan yet.
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