Todd Monken Reveals Shedeur Sanders Draft Attempt: ‘It All Worked Out’
Todd Monken recently stepped into the Cleveland Browns facility for his first day as head coach. Among his initial activities was a significant meeting with quarterback Shedeur Sanders, a notable prospect in the NFL. The Browns shared footage of their interaction, which included a reference to last year’s NFL draft.
Tod Monken’s Connection to Shedeur Sanders
Before joining the Browns, Monken served as the offensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens. During that time, it was reported, and later confirmed by Deion Sanders, that Shedeur Sanders advised the Ravens against selecting him before Cleveland picked him in the fifth round. Monken reminisced about this during their meeting, saying, “We tried to draft your ass last year for God’s sake. It all worked out. You remember that, right?”
The Family’s Strategy
Deion Sanders revealed that their family requested both the Ravens and the Eagles not to draft Shedeur. The aim was to prevent him from being stuck as a backup to a seasoned quarterback. This strategy proved successful as Shedeur became the Browns’ starter for the latter part of the season.
Looking Ahead
The Ravens’ previous interest in Shedeur Sanders may bode well for his future in Cleveland, especially with Monken taking the head coaching role. With Monken’s offensive strategies, the potential for Sanders’ growth as a starting quarterback looks promising.
Key Takeaways
- Todd Monken is the new head coach of the Cleveland Browns.
- Monken had past interactions with Shedeur Sanders during the last NFL draft.
- Sanders declined interest from the Ravens and Eagles to avoid being a backup.
- Shedeur has become the starter for the Browns in the latter part of the season.
- Monken’s previous interest in Sanders suggests a bright future with the Browns.
