Shedeur Sanders suffered an oblique injury on Wednesday that has sounded the alarms in the Cleveland Browns organization. Now, HC Kevin Stefanski has revealed their next step regarding the rookie quarterback.
The competition in Cleveland for the starting QB job has taken a major turn. On Wednesday, Sanders sustained an oblique injury that has put a pause on his push to earn a spot on the final 53-man roster.
While he is not expected to miss the start of the 2025 NFL season, it is a significant setback to his aspirations. Now, Kevin Stefanski has revealed what the team will do with Sanders for the remainder of the preseason.
Browns HC Kevin Stefanski shares plan regarding Shedeur Sanders’ injury
The 2025 NFL preseason began on a high note for Sanders. He shined against the Panthers, throwing two touchdowns that showcased his precision and vision under center.
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After the game, many analysts were impressed, with even his harshest critics praising his performance. Unfortunately, things took a turn in the following days.
On Wednesday, during a joint practice with the Eagles, Sanders left early due to the oblique injury. While he is not expected to be sidelined for long, it’s a big blow to his goal of securing a roster spot.
HC Kevin Stefanski initially downplayed the severity of the injury. However, he has since provided an update, explaining that the team won’t rush Sanders back and will take a cautious approach to avoid a more serious issue.
Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns walks off the field after Cleveland Browns mandatory minicamp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on June 10, 2025 in Berea, Ohio.
“Yeah, felt it early, I think warming up and then felt it throughout individual [drills], so took a look at it,” HC Kevin Stefanski said on Thursday. “If it’s a right guard, you can play through that. When it’s a quarterback, you kind of need that muscle to throw.
“So, unfortunately, going to put him down for a little bit here. We’ll treat it day-to-day and see how it responds. But, want to be smart because he’s a thrower — you can’t push that thing.”
Will Shedeur Sanders play in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL preseason?
Although Sanders’ oblique injury is not considered serious, he is unlikely to play in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL preseason. As of now, Dillon Gabriel and Kenny Pickett—if healthy—are expected to be under center against the Rams.
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Sanders’ absence is a setback, as Saturday’s game would have been key for him to go head-to-head with Gabriel, his reported competitor for the Browns’ third-string quarterback role.
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