Shedeur Sanders Grateful for Trump's Support Amid NFL Draft Slide
Shedeur Sanders expressed gratitude for former President Donald Trump’s support during his unexpected slide in the NFL Draft.
During the NFL Draft last month, Shedeur Sanders, the 23-year-old quarterback, experienced an unprecedented fall in the draft rankings. Amidst this challenging time, former President Donald Trump publicly voiced his support for Sanders on social media, which the young athlete appreciated deeply. ‘I was truly thankful for it,’ Sanders shared during a press conference at the Cleveland Browns’ rookie minicamp. He emphasized the broad support he received from fans and family, highlighting the importance of unity and gratitude in his journey. Trump, expressing frustration over the draft delay, praised Sanders’ potential and lineage, citing his father Deion Sanders’ successful career as evidence of ‘phenomenal genes.’ The Cleveland Browns eventually selected Sanders in the fifth round with the 144th overall pick, setting the stage for a competitive battle for the starting quarterback position against other contenders in a crowded roster, including Deshaun Watson, who is recovering from a second Achilles tendon rupture, and new additions like Kenny Pickett and Joe Flacco. As Sanders and third-round pick Dillon Gabriel took the field for the first time during the Browns’ rookie minicamp, the competition for the starting role intensifies, with the outcome still uncertain for the upcoming season.