Robert Griffin III Criticizes Cleveland Browns for Positioning Shedeur Sanders Unfavorably: "Disadvantageous Setup for a Quarterback"
In a move that left many scratching their heads, Shedeur Sanders found himself in the NFL Draft's fifth round, a selection that former QB Robert Griffin III suspects was due to a personal grudge held by league owners against the ex-Colorado quarterback and his kin. The Cleveland Browns eventually picked Sanders at pick No. 144 overall, a choice that came after drafting another QB, Dillon Gabriel, in the third round. Now, Sanders must claw his way onto the roster, competing with Gabriel, veterans Kenny Pickett, and Joe Flacco.
According to RGIII, the Browns have intentionally put Sanders in a precarious position, setting him up for either success or failure in his rookie year. In an episode of his podcast, Outta Pocket, Griffin called out the Browns for their questionable decision-making, claiming that Sanders' situation is nothing short of disastrous for a young QB.
Given that all four quarterbacks on the Browns' roster were signed this offseason, with Flacco presumed to be the starter, it seems that Sanders' popularity may not be enough to secure him a spot. Despite being the top-selling rookie jersey, Sanders must demonstrate his worth during training camp, just like everyone else.
Griffin went on to argue that Sanders' fame and widespread support shouldn't overshadow the Browns' clear intention to pit him against other quarterbacks in an intense competition. As the Browns grapple with the aftermath of their bid for Deshaun Watson, who is currently sidelined due to an Achilles injury, Sanders will need to navigate this tumultuous landscape to succeed.
With the Browns' spotty history when it comes to quarterbacks and disastrous investments in the position, the pressure is on for Sanders to prove his worth and step out of the shadow of his legacy. Griffin's concerns revolve around Sanders' ability to handle the immense pressure and capitalize on the unique opportunity in this high-stakes environment. In the end, it's up to Sanders to prove his mettle and overcome the odds stacked against him.
- Some speculate that Shedeur Sanders' selection in the NFL Draft's fifth round by the Cleveland Browns could be due to a vendetta held by league owners, as former QB Robert Griffin III suggests.
- In a tough situation, Sanders must compete with the Browns' three other quarterbacks, Dillon Gabriel, veterans Kenny Pickett, and Joe Flacco, for a spot on the roster.
- Despite being the top-selling rookie jersey, Sanders needs to demonstrate his worth during training camp, just like everyone else, to secure a place on the team.
- The intense competition for the quarterback position in the Browns, coupled with the team's spotty history and the aftermath of their bid for Deshaun Watson, puts a significant amount of pressure on Sanders to prove his ability to handle the pressure and capitalize on this high-stakes environment.
