Shedeur Sanders Lands 35th in NFL QB Tiers as Execs Cite Huge Gap to Competent Play
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Updated · Bleacher Report · Aug 5
Shedeur Sanders Lands 35th in NFL QB Tiers as Execs Cite Huge Gap to Competent Play
3 articles · Updated · Bleacher Report · Aug 5
Summary
No. 35 Shedeur Sanders drew some of the harshest reviews in The Athletic's quarterback tiers, with one NFL executive saying there is a "huge gap" between him and competent quarterback play.
Sanders' rookie tape fueled that verdict: he completed 56.6% of his passes for 1,400 yards, seven touchdowns and 10 interceptions, posted an 18.9 QBR, and ranked last among 37 qualifying starters in EPA per play.
League evaluators also questioned his timing and coverage recognition, though one noted he is tougher to tackle than expected.
Cleveland still has a path for him to rebound under new offensive-minded coach Todd Monken, but Sanders must first beat Deshaun Watson for meaningful snaps in 2026.