Shedeur Sanders couldn't hold back his excitement as the Cleveland Browns made him the 144th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. His immediate reaction was to dance with his mom, Pilar Sanders, and sister, Shelomi Sanders,

The Cleveland Browns selected the former Colorado quarterback in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft on Saturday, ending Sanders' long wait. Sanders entered the draft as one of the most highly regarded quarterback prospects, with many projecting him to go in the first or second round.

Sanders’ name was called 50 picks after Gabriel. For Sanders, this could be exactly what he needs to start his pro career. “Our message to him … is you have to come in here and work,” said Berry. “You’ve got to compete. That’s the message. Nothing is given.” During his post-draft interview, Sanders was gracious.