Before his son Shedeur Sanders’ first NFL preseason game, Deion Sanders made one “promise” about the quarterback’s NFL future.
“He’s going to be a problem after tonight, I promise you that,” the Colorado head football coach said.
If Friday’s Browns-Panthers game was a preview, there might be some credence to that guarantee.
Shedeur Sanders celebrates after throwing a touchdown pass in the first half of the Browns’ preseason road game against the Panthers on Aug. 8, 2025. AP
The younger Sanders made his debut for Cleveland, connecting for two touchdown passes in his first half of NFL game action.
After the Browns recovered a muffed punt late in the first quarter, Sanders —taking over for his fourth drive — was set up for his first red zone chance.
He did not miss.
On second down fro