Proposal suggests Shedeur Sanders traded to Lions for fifth-round pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 11:39 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

A trade proposal has suggested that the Detroit Lions acquire quarterback Shedeur Sanders from the Cleveland Browns in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round pick. This idea was put forth by Mark Powell of FanSided, citing the need for a solid backup following Teddy Bridgewater’s retirement. However, the Lions have already addressed this issue by signing veteran Josh Dobbs, who has experience as a starter. The Lions currently have Jared Goff, Dobbs, and rookie Luke Altmyer, making the rationale for acquiring Sanders less compelling. Detroit aims to maximize its championship window with Goff as the clear starter, and adding Sanders may not align with their long-term strategy.
- •Proposal includes Shedeur Sanders and a seventh-round pick for a fifth-round pick.
- •Lions have Jared Goff, Josh Dobbs, and Luke Altmyer in their quarterback room.
- •Sanders had an inconsistent rookie season with the Browns in 2025.
- •Detroit has already filled its need for a backup quarterback.
- •A fifth-round pick holds significant value for Detroit's roster-building strategy.
- 11:39 PMYahoo Sports — Shedeur Sanders-to-Lions Trade Idea May Be the Worst Detroit Proposal Yet
"FanSided’s Mark Powell proposed sending Shedeur Sanders to Detroit for a fifth-round pick. The Lions already have Jared Goff, Josh Dobbs and Luke Altmyer, making the deal difficult to justify.
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