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Chedur Sanders The historic freefall in last week’s NFL Draft came as a shock to many, but it was shocking to former NFL star Eddie George.
That’s why Sanders was surprised that most NFL Draft experts would be selected in the first round, so many NFL fans and analysts were alike surprised he fell into the fifth round.
“I didn’t think it was a bit of a shock. I thought the NFL spoke, the draft spoke and said, ‘Hey, we don’t have this kid’s first round grade.’With Dan Dakic @I don’t. ”
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Colorado Buffalo quarterback Chedur Sanders watched before his match against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium in Tucson, Arizona on October 19, 2024. (Mark J. Rebilas-Immagn image)
“I know a lot of people think he’s the first three picks, etc. He’s incredible talent, but when you do your due diligence and you reject these kids and you combine, you have a personal interview.
Cleveland Brownsselected Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel on a three-round pick, Sanders on his fifth round pick, and his 144th overall pick in the NFL Draft.
George said Sanders’ draft slide would turn into his “best time.”
“I think this will be the best time for Chedur. He now has the opportunity to work and compete and show people that he missed a big opportunity. You know, I’ll tell you that it’s not the way you start in the NFL, not the way you step into the door.
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The graphics of Colorado quarterback Chedure Sanders being selected for the 144th overall pick by the Cleveland Browns will be seen at the Draft Theatre on the third day of the 2025 NFL Draft held at Lambeau Field on April 25, 2025. (Tork Mason/USA Today Network via Imaging Images)
The Browns currently have five quarterbacks on their roster, but the quarterback is not clear. Desshaun Watson After undergoing surgery on the same tendon in October 2024, he re-rupted his Achilles tendon in January, making his position for next season questionable.
The Browns acquired Kenny Pickett through trade Philadelphia Eagles Before the NFL Draft, he signed a one-year contract with Joe Flacco. It’s still not clear who will get a first week nod with the addition of Gabriel and Sanders to the already packed quarterback room.
George faced Sanders last season. Tennessee And the former Colorado star said he can “spin.”
“I know the type of guy he’s in. I know the fabric he’s being cut off. A lot of people think he’s rog arrogant and not serious, but I have the opportunity to coach that kid and he can spin it. I can put a place where he knows to go to football.
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Former NFL player Eddie George signed football for fans late in the East and West game at AT&T Stadium on January 30, 2025. (JeromeMiron-imagn image)
George had a nine-year NFL career as a running back. He spent eight seasons Tennessee Titan With the Dallas Cowboys. George acquired this year’s offensive rookie and was selected four times for the Pro Bowl team, but he was the first team All-Pro.
He rushed for 10,441 yards and 68 touchdowns in his career.
George was hired Bowling Green In March, after he spent his last four seasons as the head coach of Tennessee. He was named the Big South O’Hio Valley Conference Coach of the Year in 2024.
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