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Shedeur Sanders Sends Message After First Pro Bowl Game

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics
By Angelo Guinhawa | Last updated Feb 4, 2026 9:01 PM ET

Shedeur Sanders capped his first Pro Bowl Games appearance with a brief, heartfelt message that underscored the experience’s value for his development. The Cleveland Browns quarterback used social media to thank coaches, players and fans and to frame the week as a learning opportunity.

Sanders’ participation came after a rookie season marked by flashes and growing pains, and the Pro Bowl provided a rare chance to work alongside established veterans. The flag football format offered low‑stakes reps but a high‑value environment for studying habits, tempo and decision‑making against top talent.

Dec 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end Harold Fannin Jr. (44) celebrates a touchdown with quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) in the first quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Reaction from Browns observers ranged from surprised to supportive, but most agreed the week was useful for a player still finding his footing. Sanders’ public appreciation reinforced a larger theme: exposure to elite professionals can accelerate a young quarterback’s growth more than isolated practice reps.

On the field, Sanders made plays and miscues consistent with his rookie tape, showing arm talent and mobility while also committing a couple of turnovers in the game. Those mixed results did little to diminish the main takeaway for him and his coaches, which was the chance to connect with peers and glean small but meaningful adjustments.

Cleveland Browns’ Shedeur Sanders Drops Message After First Pro Bowl Game

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) runs the ball in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 18 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cleveland Browns at Paycor Stadium in Downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026. The Browns kicked a last second field goal to win 20-18.

Sanders shared his thoughts about his first Pro Bowl game. This can be seen in post he made on his official X account.

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