Normally, in a moment like this, there would be quotations to reveal how an athlete felt about a big decision.
But this time, there are no quotes. Shedeur Sanders, the Cleveland Browns’ rookie QB, didn’t provide them—not in the way you’re probably thinking.
Reporters approached Sanders on Wednesday to ask how he felt about the Browns turning to Dillon Gabriel as the new starting quarterback while keeping Joe Flacco as the No. 2. That leaves Sanders stuck as QB3.
Sanders responded -- but only visually.
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He turned into a mime. He mouthed words, and you can likely read some of them on his lips. But no sound came out.
Have a watch:
Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders only pantomimed answers to questions about the QB change and his role as QB3. pic.twitter.com/YmXjvj6YYc
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It’s unclear whether Sanders planned the gesture in advance or if it was a spontaneous, humorous response to the media.
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Either way, it's a hilarious way to approach this situation.
Sanders knows that anything he says will generate headlines.
This time, he chose a different approach -- one that could help him stay patient while waiting for his turn to move up the depth chart.
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