Adam Schefter of ESPN faced criticism for his report concerning Shedeur Sanders and the Cleveland Browns' quarterback outlook.

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ESPN's Adam Schefter blasted for Shedeur Sanders news on Browns' QB future image

TL;DR

  • ESPN's Adam Schefter faced criticism for reporting Shedeur Sanders' extended Browns QB look.
  • Sources cited by Schefter were questioned by Browns beat reporter Zac Jackson.
  • NFL analyst Anthony Reinhard noted Sanders' contract and starting status make consideration normal.
  • The Browns are considering Sanders, evident by starting him over a healthy Gabriel.

There will be some who will always believe that Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders has too much of the media spotlight.

However, at this juncture, that issue isn't disappearing. Nevertheless, numerous inquiries can still be posed concerning the manner in which Sanders' circumstances are presented.

And this weekend, ESPN's Adam Schefter has been under fire from fellow NFL media for the way he shared some "new" Sanders news.

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Schefter reported in a recent article that Sanders is going to be given an "extended" look as Browns quarterback, crediting the news to anonymous sources.

One of the first to chime in was Browns beat reporter Zac Jackson of The Athletic:

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Then it was NFL data analyst Anthony Reinhard, who shared these thoughts in a thread on X:

"So much of the Shedeur media frenzy is acting surprised about things that are normal. He’s under contract for 3 more years and is starting over another healthy QB. Obviously he’s going to get some long-term consideration."

Those are both fair points.

It's hardly surprising that the Browns are considering Sanders. This was evident when they opted to start him instead of a healthy Gabriel.

Now it's up to Sanders to make the most of it.

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