Shedeur Sanders' preseason debut generated mixed reviews. While some were impressed with what they saw, veteran analyst Jason Whitlock was skeptical of Sanders' ability.Sanders started for the Cleveland Browns against the Carolina Panthers on Friday. He did most of the damage in the first half, recording 11 completions on 18 pass attempts for 103 yards and two touchdowns. This drew positive reviews from his father, Deion Sanders, NBA superstar LeBron James and former NFL star Robert Griffin III on social media.However, Whitlock refused to jump on the Sanders bandwagon."The broadcasters are invested in the Shedeur hype. They're gonna (Tim) Tebow him. He's looked mid with a couple of good throws." Whitlock tweeted.Jason Whitlock @WhitlockJasonLINKThe broadcasters are invested in the Shedeur hype. They're gonna Tebow him. He's looked mid with a couple of good throws.He compared Sanders to Aaron Brooks, who was drafted with the No. 131 pick in 1999. Brooks spent six seasons with the New Orleans Saints and led them to the first playoff victory in franchise history in 2000."The comp for Shedeur is Aaron Brooks," Whitlock wrote. "That's the ceiling as I see it today. Could be Chase Daniel, career backup, too."Jason Whitlock @WhitlockJasonLINKThe comp for Shedeur is Aaron Brooks. Five years as a starter in New Orleans after getting drafted 131st in 1999. That's the ceiling as I see it today. Could be Chase Daniel, career backup, too.How did Shedeur Sanders fare in his NFL preseason debut?After a slow start in his first NFL contest, tallying only four yards in his first drive, Shedeur Sanders got the hang of proceedings. He connected with Kaden Davis for two touchdowns in the first half, before slowing things down.He managed the clock and tried to lead his team to the end zone again, which resulted in Gage Larvadain scoring a rushing touchdown in the third quarter. Sanders exited the game as the third period neared its end.He completed 14 of 23 pass attempts for 138 yards and two touchdowns against zero interceptions. Additionally, he rushed the ball four times, collecting 19 yards.Tyler Huntley, the newest addition to the quarterback room, took over from Sanders in the fourth quarter.After a dramatic slide in the 2025 NFL draft and a lack of opportunities in training camp, Shedeur Sanders had a solid preseason debut. The performance could give him more opportunities in practice.