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Willie McGinest discusses Shedeur Sanders' struggles with Browns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 7:11 AM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Willie McGinest discusses Shedeur Sanders' struggles with Browns

Summary

Three-time Super Bowl champion Willie McGinest analyzed Shedeur Sanders' challenges in establishing himself as the Cleveland Browns' starting quarterback. He noted that Sanders, compared to a higher draft pick, does not carry the same pressures and expectations. With Deshaun Watson starting and leading the Browns to a strong 4-2 record, Sanders has mostly remained sidelined. McGinest highlighted Sanders' need to perform when given opportunities, especially after signing with Young Money APAA Sports. Speculation about Sanders' future with the team is growing, although The Athletic reports a trade before the deadline would be unexpected.

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•Shedeur Sanders has struggled to gain the starting role in Cleveland.
•Deshaun Watson has led the Browns to a 4-2 record this season.
•McGinest highlighted the impact of Sanders' draft status on expectations.
•Sanders signed with Young Money APAA Sports for representation.
•Speculation about a potential trade surrounds Sanders as the deadline approaches.

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7:11 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Wasn’t a top pick’-Super Bowl champion explains why Shedeur Sanders has struggled at Browns

What they're saying

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Three-time Super Bowl champion Willie McGinest has explained why Shedeur Sanders has struggled to establish himself as the Cleveland Browns’ starting quarterback, arguing that the young signal-caller did not arrive in the NFL with the same pressure as a top draft pick. Sanders has spent much of the current season watching from the sidelines as Deshaun Watson leads Cleveland under head coach Todd Monken.
— Yahoo Sports

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