The sports world is buzzing as Shedeur Sanders, the promising rookie quarterback for the Cleveland Browns, spectacularly won his first NFL start, a victory that even drew celebratory comments from former US President Donald Trump. The Browns secured a convincing 24-10 win against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, with Sanders playing a pivotal role in the triumph.
A Stellar Debut Performance
In only his second regular-season game, Shedeur Sanders demonstrated remarkable poise and skill. He successfully completed 11 of 20 passes for a total of 209 yards. While he threw one interception, he more than made up for it with a stunning 66-yard touchdown pass to Dylan Sampson in the fourth quarter. This decisive play extended Cleveland's lead to 24-3, effectively sealing the game for the Browns.
High-Profile Praise from Donald Trump
The victory did not go unnoticed in political circles. Former President Donald Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to applaud the young quarterback. "Shedeur Sanders was GREAT," Trump wrote. "Wins first game, career start, as a pro (for Cleveland). Great Genes. I TOLD YOU SO!"
This endorsement is not Trump's first show of support for the Sanders family. Back during the 2025 NFL Draft, he publicly criticized NFL team owners for allowing Shedeur to slip out of the first round. Sanders was eventually selected by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round with the 144th overall pick. At the time, Trump had posted, "He should be 'picked' IMMEDIATELY by a team that wants to WIN." He also voiced strong support for Shedeur's father, Deion Sanders, questioning the intelligence of NFL owners for not recognizing the family's talent.
Making History and Looking Ahead
With this win, Shedeur Sanders carved his name into the Cleveland Browns' history books. He became the first Cleveland quarterback this century to win his NFL debut, a feat that sent fans into a frenzy of celebration.
Reflecting on his performance after the game, an appreciative Sanders told reporters, "I'm just thankful. I think I showed a couple of great pieces. Some things I wish I could get back, but, man, a win is crazy. It's amazing, you know, off of one week of practice! So imagine what a full offseason would look like. It could get dangerous. ... But I'm just truly thankful that everything happened." This statement has ignited excitement among fans and analysts, who are now eagerly anticipating what the future holds for this talented rookie.
