The Cleveland Browns are on the clock with the No. 2 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, and the speculation is running wild. Will they target Miami Hurricanes star Cam Ward or roll the dice on Colorado Buffaloes standout Shedeur Sanders?
The answer might not be entirely in their hands, as their decision will likely hinge on what the Tennessee Titans do with the first overall pick.
Mock Draft Projects Shedeur Sanders Going With the Browns
Sanders played a crucial role in Colorado’s remarkable turnaround in 2024, making his mark from junior to senior year. Under his leadership, the Buffaloes transformed from a 4-8 team into a 9-4 powerhouse, capping off the season with a well-earned bowl game appearance.
Earning Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year honors, he set an NCAA career record with a 71.8% completion rate while torching defenses for over 4,000 yards and 37 touchdowns.
Sanders could be a game-changer for any NFL team willing to bet on his talent. However, the fate of Cleveland’s No. 2 pick ultimately rests in the hands of GM Andrew Berry, who will weigh input from chief strategy officer Paul DePodesta and head coach Kevin Stefanski before making the franchise-altering decision.
NFL Mock Drafter Brendan Donahue of Sharp Football Analysis had Sanders getting selected by Cleveland in the NFL.
A lot of smoke connecting Shedeur Sanders to the Browns
• Stefanski ties to Shurmur (OC at Colorado)
• 81% comp from a clean pocket (#1)
• 70% on-target rate 10+ yds (#2)
• Highest rate of non-schemed throws (48%)Is he a good fit ➡️ https://t.co/pz2VI8a7Hf https://t.co/MDhxSxIlGo pic.twitter.com/VZ8hIfrg8F
— Sharp Football Analysis (@SharpFBAnalysis) March 21, 2025
“All of a sudden, there is a lot of smoke with Sanders and the Browns. There is a connection. Kevin Stefanski was Pat Shurmur‘s QB coach in Minnesota and Shurmur was Sanders’ OC at Colorado. If Stefanski is looking for someone who can run his offense, getting the ball out on time and on target, this pairing makes sense,” Donahue wrote.
On the other hand, Sanders’ draft rival, Ward, is widely projected to be the first overall pick, landing with the Tennessee Titans. Reports from the NFL Combine indicate that Ward has emerged as the clear-cut top quarterback prospect, and with Tennessee eager to upgrade its signal-caller for the 2025 season, the move seems increasingly likely.
Shedeur Sanders Responds to the Statements About His Temperament on the Field
Sanders has faced criticism for his on-field demeanor, as viral clips have sparked debates about his temperament. Former New York Jets scout Daniel Kelly weighed in, expressing concerns about Sanders’ discipline and emotional control. According to Kelly, his fiery attitude could create challenges within an NFL locker room.
Speaking with NFL Network’s Bucky Brooks at the Big 12 Pro Day, Sanders addressed Kelly’s criticism head-on. He emphasized that he’s continuously improving, not just in his football mechanics but also in how he carries himself on and off the field.
“It’s definitely a learning experience that a lot of things aren’t in your control and just getting the knowledge from dad and just coach, family and friends and everybody, you know that’s supporting me and helping me through this process is extremely important,” Sanders said.
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With an impressive résumé on the field, Sanders has proven he has the talent to thrive at the next level. Now, the question remains whether concerns about his temperament will impact his draft stock.
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