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The Cleveland Browns still face uncertainty over who will claim the starting quarterback position, but as the 2025 NFL season approaches, Shedeur Sanders is increasingly seen as the leading candidate to secure the job.
The former Colorado Buffaloes star plummeted to the fifth round in the 2025 NFL Draft, but now it's time to focus on what lies ahead.
Shedeur Sanders Viewed as the Starter
All signs point to Shedeur Sanders taking the Browns' quarterback role, at least according to various media outlets.
The battle for the starting spot pits Deion Sanders' son against fellow rookie Dillon Gabriel and veterans Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett.
But Colin Cowherd is convinced he knows who will come out on top, and his prediction could thrill Browns fans.
"I believe this, that Dillon Gabriel was a reach. I don't think he is an NFL QB of note. I think Shedeur's gonna win the job. I don't think he's great, but I think he's accurate, and he moves well enough," Cowherd said.
For Cowherd, Gabriel lacks NFL caliber, but he overlooks the fact that Sanders still needs to outshine other contenders to prove he can elevate the Browns and show the teams that ed on him were wrong.
A Potential Showdown with Cam Ward
If Sanders secures the starting role, he's projected to play full-time for the Cleveland Browns at some point in the season, setting the stage for a marquee matchup against the Tennessee Titans and Cam Ward in Week 14.
This game could feature a head-to-head clash between the two rookie quarterbacks, though it hinges on both prospects performing well. Ward might struggle and miss the game, just as Sanders faces his own challenges in earning the starting nod.