Joe Thomas advises Browns against trading Shedeur Sanders amid Cowboys interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 5:15 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Joe Thomas has spoken out against the Cleveland Browns potentially trading quarterback Shedeur Sanders, who has only eight NFL starts. Reports have emerged indicating that Cleveland is listening to offers while navigating Deshaun Watson's uncertain health status. Thomas believes moving Sanders now would be detrimental, describing him as a development project. As the Browns head towards training camp, Sanders is expected to compete for the starting job. Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys may pursue Sanders, seeing him as a suitable backup option to Dak Prescott.
- •Joe Thomas urges patience on Shedeur Sanders trade discussions.
- •Reports suggest Browns are fielding offers amid Watson's injury history.
- •Sanders, drafted in the fifth round, showed promise with inconsistent play.
- •Cowboys are linked to Sanders as a potential low-cost acquisition.
- •Browns coach Todd Monken impressed by Sanders' offseason progress.
- 5:15 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Thomas warns Browns against reckless Shedeur Sanders trade as Cowboys circle
"Joe Thomas is fighting the idea of a Shedeur Sanders trade, but the Cowboys are lurking, and Watson's health could decide everything in Cleveland
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