Breadcrumb Trail LinksSportsFootballNFLDeion Sanders’ son completed his first two passes, but the rest of the game spiralled out of his control.Published Nov 17, 2025 • 2 minute readKyle Hamilton #14 of the Baltimore Ravens sacks Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter at Huntington Bank Field on November 16, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. Sanders fumbled the ball on the play. Photo by Nick Cammett /Getty ImagesArticle contentCleveland Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders finally had the chance to show his quarterbacking skills — but his debut didn’t go as he hoped.Advertisement 2THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account.Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on.Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists.Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists.Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account.Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on.Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists.Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists.Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsArticle contentSanders took the field for Cleveland’s first possession of the second half against the Baltimore Ravens after fellow rookie Dillon Gabriel was taken out of the game to be evaluated for a concussion (he was ruled out later in the third quarter).Article contentArticle contentDeion Sanders’ son completed his first two passes, but the rest of the game spiralled out of his control as he went 4-for-16 for 47 yards with an interception and an additional 16 yards on the ground.He also was sacked twice.Gabriel went 7-of-10 passing for 68 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions before his exit.Sanders finished with a 13.5 passer rating as the Ravens won 23-16.“I don’t think I played good at all. They gave me an opportunity. I didn’t do up to my expectations to get us a win. I have to take it on the chin,” Sanders told reporters post-game.The Browns went three-and-out twice in six second-half possessions, gaining just 44 yards on 28 plays.Your Midday SunYour noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.Thanks for signing up!A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Your Midday Sun will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againArticle contentAdvertisement 3Article contentCoach and teammate’s thoughts on Sanders“We trust our guys to perform. He’s no different, you know, and playing a backup quarterback role, as we’ve talked about over the years, that’s tough to come in there, but we trust him,” coach Kevin Stefanski said of the rookie.“I know there’s things that he’s going to want to do better, but that’s why we work.”Browns receiver Cedric Tillman added: “He just kind of got thrown out there but I think he handled it well. We know what type of player he is and it was good to see him out there.”Sanders — a fifth-round draft pick by the Browns, despite being projected to go in the first round — became Cleveland’s backup behind Gabriel after Joe Flacco’s trade to the Cincinnati Bengals on Oct. 7.Advertisement 4Article contentHe was inactive for Cleveland’s first five games as the emergency third quarterback after going 17-of-29 for 152 yards and two touchdowns in two pre-season matchups.RECOMMENDED VIDEOWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Play VideoWhat’s next?Sunday’s game was the first time he led the huddle with the first-team offence, with whom he should see extensive practice this week, depending on Gabriel’s condition and how long he remains in concussion protocol.The Browns have now lost three straight and are 2-8.They face the Las Vegas Raiders next Sunday.“I think it’s a lot of things, you know, we need to look at, during the week and go and just get comfortable, even throwing routes, you know, with Jerry (Jeudy) and throwing routes with all those guys,” Sanders said.“So I think that was my first ball to him all year,” he continued. “But other than that, I just think overall we just got to go next week and understand so then we have a week to prepare stuff I like to do.”Read More Cleveland Browns will turn to rookie starting QB - but not Shedeur Sanders Browns rookie QB Shedeur Sanders sidelined with oblique injury Shedeur Sanders was not only prospect to receive prank call during NFL draft Article contentShare this article in your social networkComments Join the Conversation