“This could come to haunt him”: NFL fans react as Shedeur Sanders makes bold claim on Browns' 53-man roster

The Cleveland Browns wrapped up the preseason, but the biggest question wasn't about their win column. It was about headline-grabbing rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders and whether he survives final roster cuts.

Sanders' inconsistent preseason saw him complete 58.6% of passes for 152 yards, two touchdowns, and 19 rushing yards in two games. After the game, Sanders was asked if he felt he belonged on the Browns’ 53-man roster. His response was pure confidence:

“Obviously,” he told NFL Network’s Bridget Condon with a smile. “I feel like I’ve put in the work… I think about myself in a high regard.”

But not everyone was impressed. NFL fans swarmed social media with blunt takes on Sanders’ comments. One fan wrote,

“This could come to haunt him.”

SM Highlights

@SMHighlights1

@UnderdogNFL This could come to haunt him

Another added, “wouldn’t even be good in the CFL.”

Owen Dever

@odever_77

@UnderdogNFL wouldn’t even be good in the CFL

One X user wrote, "he's not gonna make it."

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@Ssjcyrex

@UnderdogNFL Aaaand he's not gonna make it

"He should pray they send him to waivers or trade him, so he can learn behind a real QB on a real team," tweeted another.

Kyouma

@kyoumacapital

@UnderdogNFL He should pray they send him to waivers or trade him, so he can learn behind a real QB on a real team

One fan wrote, "He probably might make the practice squad."

DCU Enthusiast

@Giavotella_170

@UnderdogNFL He probably might make the practice squad

"Good luck in the CFL," commented another.

JoshLaGuardia01

@JGuardia01

@UnderdogNFL your spot is taken buddy, good luck in the CFL🫡

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski hasn’t tipped his hand, but with roster cutdowns on the horizon, the decision is out of Sanders’ control.

Shedeur Sanders stats tonight

The Browns defeated the Rams 19-17 on Saturday, but Sanders had a tough night under center. He entered the game in the third quarter behind Joe Flacco and Dillon Gabriel and struggled to find rhythm against constant pressure.

In nearly half a game, Sanders completed just 3-of-6 passes for 14 yards and was sacked five times. His first four drives failed to produce a first down, as holding the ball too long stalled possessions.

Despite a forgettable day, Sanders’ overall preseason stats are decent for a fifth-round rookie. However, the Browns’ QB battle with Dillon Gabriel remains intriguing. Gabriel posted 25-of-37 passing for 272 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, with only two sacks in the preseason.