Graziano added that most of his sources see a quarterback coming to Cleveland via the draft next month.
“The overwhelming belief of the people I spoke to this week is that the Browns plan to stay put at No. 2 in the draft and take one of the top quarterbacks,” he elaborated. “Their preference between Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders is unclear, but if one goes at No. 1, I believe they’d be OK with taking the other.”
Unfortunately for the Browns, neither Ward or Sanders stacks up particularly well against the 19 first-round QBs of the last five drafts. ESPN’s Matt Miller ranked them all based on pre-draft grades using the input of scouts, coaches and executives around the league. Of the 21 QBs considered, Ward ranked 18th while Sanders came in at 20th.
“[Ward] will have to iron out delays in his processing and a penchant for hanging around in the pocket too long,” Miller wrote. “Ward had seven interceptions and three fumbles in 2024, but scouts think his late throws will lead to more interceptions at the pro level against defenders with more speed and coverage discipline.”
Sanders’ critiques, meanwhile, were worse.
“Without the elite size, arm strength or mobility of previous top prospects, Sanders relies on his toughness and accuracy,” Miller wrote. “Sanders’ grade (86) would place him in the early-Round 2 portion of the draft. But given the lack of quarterback talent this year and team needs, he will likely be a top-10 pick.”
Shedeur Sanders Made Waves With Comments at NFL Combine

Sanders turned some heads with his comments at the combine last week, where he didn’t workout or throw for teams but did have meetings with prospective franchises and also spoke to the media.
The 23-year-old QB sent a warning to any teams not looking to change their culture to avoid drafting him, as he deemed himself a culture changer at the next level. Sanders also went on to laud his leadership abilities and mental toughness, the latter of which he said is the most crucial element for an NFL quarterback to possess.