The Cleveland Browns traded up to take quarterback Shedeur Sanders in the fifth round (144th overall) of the 2025 NFL Draft. Now the two sides will come to an agreement on his first NFL contract. The former Colorado standout made his way to Cleveland without inking a deal with the Browns.

A screen shows Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders after being chosen by the Cleveland Browns with the 144th overall pick during the third day of the NFL football draft, Saturday, April 26, 2025, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) Shedeur Sanders is now a member of the Cleveland Browns after falling to the fifth round.

From questionable reports to an anonymous assistant coach, former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders' character was under attack throughout the pre-