Shedeur Sanders has been the talk of the town ever since the 2025 NFL Draft. Deion Sanders’ son experienced an unprecedented draft slide. After being projected as a first-round pick by nearly every analyst, he was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round.
Sanders recently addressed the hurtful narratives that developed around his son during the draft. However, NFL analyst Jason McIntyre took issue with the Hall of Famer’s comments and how he still remains involved in his son’s journey.
Cam Newton Calls Out Jason McIntyre for Comments on Shedeur Sanders – Deion Sanders
In the June 6 segment of the “4th&1 With Cam Newton” podcast, the former NFL MVP called out McIntyre for his comments on the Sanders family.
Newton didn’t like how the analyst asked a father not to get involved in his son’s business. He also pointed out how people in the media refer to anonymous sources while discussing a controversial topic, and urged everyone to use a source’s name like he does.
“Everything that I say and everything that I report comes from an explained source,” Newton said. “I would love to see the day where we start exposing the sources… You have to understand there’s many different layers of Deion Sanders in this type of dynamic. He’s a father. He’s the coach. That’s two different emotional roller coasters that people have to understand.” [From 3:58]
“I’m tired, bro,” Newton added. “Understand this, though, he [Deion] is still Shedeur’s dad… I don’t think that there ever will be a time where you just let your kids go and let them figure it out and fend for themselves.”
Sanders, currently the head coach at Colorado, has coached his son throughout his football career, from high school to college. It’s not an easy transition for him to see his son enter the NFL, especially after a shocking draft outcome, which is mentally tough for any player to overcome.
As a result, it’s crucial for the two-time Super Bowl champion to stay in regular contact with Shedeur.
The former Colorado star is currently viewed as the QB4 on the Browns’ depth chart, behind Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and Dillon Gabriel. However, Sanders left a good impression during OTAs and could climb the depth chart if he performs well in training camp.
The Browns’ decision to draft Sanders after selecting Gabriel two rounds earlier has drawn a lot of criticism. But it could turn out to be a franchise-changing move, as many believe Sanders has star potential in the league.
It might take time for the 23-year-old quarterback to get on the field and make an impact, but there’s no denying he’s the type of player who will leave no stone unturned to make the most of his opportunity.
For the Browns, the upcoming season is crucial. Not only do they need to select a QB1 from a four-horse race, but given how strong next year’s draft class is at quarterback, the AFC North team must also quickly decide whether their current group provides the long-term solution.
