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Sanders' Pro Bowl Nod Sparks Outrage After Rough Game
16 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Shedeur Sanders ranked in 2026 Pro Bowl positional polls despite recent poor performance.
- Patrick Mahomes ranked fifth despite season-ending injury.
- Teammate and analysts show support for Sanders' continued starter role.
Coming off a difficult game with three interceptions and five sacks, rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders has surprisingly earned a spot in the Top 10 positional polls for the 2026 Pro Bowl Games. This announcement has ignited considerable fan criticism and outrage, especially given his recent performance. The rankings also feature Patrick Mahomes at fifth, despite his season-ending ACL injury, and fellow quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Jordan Love who have not yet made a Pro Bowl.
Despite the fan reaction and calls for Dillon Gabriel to take over, head coach Kevin Stefanski has confirmed Sanders will remain the Browns' starter for the remainder of the 2025 season. Support for Sanders has come from unexpected corners, including rookie teammate Harold Fannin Jr., who aims to improve his route running to aid the quarterback.
Furthermore, analyst Mary Kay Cabot expressed a sentiment that the team might decide to move forward with Sanders, suggesting a positive outlook. Hall of Famer Kurt Warner also offered encouragement, advising patience and positivity while acknowledging Sanders' tentative play, and expressing optimism for his future development. The Browns are set to face the Buffalo Bills next.
