Shedeur Sanders Selected as Week 13 Starting Quarterback

In a remarkable turn of events, Shedeur Sanders has been named the starting quarterback for Week 13, marking a significant moment in his career. The young talent has already begun to make an impact for the Cleveland Browns.

Outstanding Performance Against Raiders

During his first official start, Sanders led the Browns to a strong opening against the Las Vegas Raiders. His skill was evident when he connected with tight end Harold Fannin Jr. for a critical 17-yard gain on the team’s fourth offensive drive.

• Connection with TE Harold Fannin Jr. for 17 yards.
• Deep pass to WR Isaiah Bond for a 52-yard reception.
• RB Quinshon Judkins scored to bring the lead to 14-0.

With the Browns positioned deep in Raiders territory, running back Quinshon Judkins successfully rushed into the end zone, establishing a commanding 14-0 early in the first quarter. Sanders did not stop there; he continued to orchestrate scoring drives throughout the game.

Consistency in the Fourth Quarter

The fourth quarter saw Sanders lead two additional scoring drives. The first concluded with a 53-yard field goal from kicker Andre Szmyt. The second drive culminated in a stunning 66-yard touchdown pass to running back Dylan Sampson.

Coaching Insights

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski praised Sanders for his operation during the game. He acknowledged that while there are areas for improvement, communication remained strong. “There are things that we can clean up, and that goes on all of us as coaches and players,” Stefanski stated.

First Game Experience

Before this start, Sanders had minimal experience in a regular-season game. He played in the second half of Week 11 against the Baltimore Ravens, where he completed 4 of 16 attempts for 47 yards, unfortunately, with one interception. However, after being named starter for Week 12 on November 19, he had a full week of practice to adjust to the role.

Sanders’ ability to adapt quickly under pressure is promising for the Cleveland Browns as they look to build on this momentum in the coming weeks. The focus will now shift to continuing to refine his skills and solidify his position as a key player for the team.