Speculation swirls surrounding the Browns: Andrew Berry's pursuit of trading up for Shedeur Sanders in the 2025 NFL Draft
The Cleveland Browns took an unexpected route during the 2025 NFL Draft, deciding to swap the No. 3 overall pick and making a crucial move in Round 5 to select the buzzing quarterback, Shedeur Sanders. Here's a peek behind the scenes of this year's draft, as we uncover the story of the Browns' Sanders pick.
It's been revealed that the team had already set their sights on Sanders, with little debate within their draft room, according to an insider at the Browns headquarters[6]. However, the situation changed on Day 3 when they finally drafted Sanders.
Andrew Berry, the Browns GM, informed reporters that they were aiming for Sanders if his rank continued to drop in the third round. A source within the team's inner circle disclosed that Berry had been aggressively trying to trade up for the star prospect since calls started late in the fourth round, deeming the pick a 'no-brainer[6]'.
The Browns completed their 2025 draft class by taking Sanders with their final pick, adding him to a captivating roster of quarterbacks alongside third-round selection Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel.
The Browns' QB room might not be the strongest in the NFL next season, but it certainly promises an intriguing competition. Besides Sanders and Gabriel, the QB depth chart also accommodates 2022 first-round pick Kenny Pickett, veteran Super Bowl winner Joe Flacco, and enigmatic figure Deshaun Watson, who probably won't play next season due to an Achilles injury.
As the offseason unfolds, it's going to be fascinating to witness these quarterbacks battle it out to snatch the open starting position.
[References: 6: Daniel Oyefusi, ESPN]
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Early rumors suggested the Cleveland Browns were keen on drafting Shedeur Sanders, but it wasn't until the draft's later stages that they made a move. Surprisingly, the Browns swapped their No. 3 overall pick and opted for Sanders in the fifth round. This decision was deemed a 'no-brainer' by team insiders who claimed that General Manager Andrew Berry had been aggressively trying to trade up for the quarterback since late in the fourth round. The 166th overall pick was used to secure Sanders, adding him to a fascinating QB lineup with Dillon Gabriel and Kenny Pickett. The Browns' QB room, also featuring veteran Joe Flacco and injured Deshaun Watson, is promising an intriguing competition in the upcoming season.
