The Cleveland Browns are approaching their evaluation of rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders with a mindset typical for a fifth-round draft pick, as noted by Moneyline's Zac Jackson. During an analysis of the ongoing competition for the starting quarterback position, Jackson assigned Joe Flacco a 75 percent chance of securing the role, followed by Kenny Pickett at 20 percent, while the remaining five percent is designated for 'any other outcome.'

Jackson emphasized the uncertainty surrounding the situation, indicating that predicting further developments is premature. He remarked that the organization's leadership does not appear to prioritize treating Sanders as anything more than a promising, developmental prospect. The Browns seem to be weighing various scenarios, both internally and externally, based on performance as training camp progresses during August.

Sanders, who demonstrated potential during the Browns' rookie minicamp in May and continued to impress at the full minicamp in June, has not yet received any opportunities to practice with the first-team offense or against the starting defense as training camp unfolds. In a quarterback room that lacks a clear favorite, all options remain viable. The team's preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers on August 8 will provide a significant chance to evaluate Sanders' development and gauge his potential role as the season approaches.