It’s shaping up to be a defining moment for Shedeur Sanders. And no one’s more emotional about it than his mother, Pilar Sanders.
After slipping to the fifth round of the NFL Draft despite a stellar college run, where he threw for over 4,000 yards and 37 touchdowns in 2024. Shedeur Sanders is set to take his first official NFL snaps. According to ESPN, the rookie quarterback will start for the Cleveland Browns in their preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers.
The news marks a significant milestone for Shedeur Sanders. But also for the family that’s stood by him through every high and low. Pilar Sanders quickly took to social media following the ESPN announcement. And she proudly commenting under a post about her son’s big moment: “THAT’S MY SONNN! 🧡🤎🧡🤎🧡🤎”
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Her heartfelt reaction wasn’t surprising to longtime followers of the Sanders family. When Shedeur’s draft stock took a dip earlier this year, Pilar was among the first to publicly support him. She shared photos and applauded his leadership and composure. Throughout his college career — first at Jackson State under Deion Sanders, then at Colorado — she was frequently seen cheering him on from the stands.
This week’s preseason debut could be a game-changer for Shedeur, who begins camp listed fourth on the Browns’ quarterback depth chart. Cleveland’s QB room includes veterans like Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett, along with rookie Dillon Gabriel, who was selected two rounds earlier.
But with injuries shaking up the depth chart, Shedeur Sanders now has a golden opportunity to prove he belongs. Friday’s preseason game could either strengthen his case for a bigger role, or reinforce his backup status. Either way, it’s a huge early test for the former Buffaloes star.
One thing’s certain: win or lose, Pilar Sanders will be watching her son with pride.
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