10 months ago
Browns' Sanders to Make NFL Debut Against Raiders
The Cleveland Browns will have Shedeur Sanders, a rookie quarterback, starting his first NFL game against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Sanders is replacing Dillon Gabriel, who is injured.
The Browns' strong defense will face the Raiders' struggling offense.
Maxx Crosby, a top pass rusher for the Raiders, might make it tough for Sanders.
Ashton Jeanty, a Raiders running back, will try to run against the Browns' defense.
Shedeur Sanders will make his first NFL start for the Browns against the Raiders
Sanders replaces Dillon Gabriel, who is in concussion protocol
Browns' defense, ranked 2nd overall, faces Raiders' offense ranked 30th
Maxx Crosby, Raiders' pass rusher, poses a threat to Sanders' debut
Ashton Jeanty, Raiders' RB, faces Browns' defense ranked 14th against the run
- Who
- Shedeur Sanders, Ashton Jeanty, Maxx Crosby
- What
- Sanders' first NFL start, Jeanty facing Browns' defense, Crosby pressuring Sanders
- Where
- Las Vegas
- When
- Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EST
- Why
- Browns' QB change due to injury, matchup of strong defense vs. struggling offense
Browns' Fans
Raiders' Fans
QB Situation
Browns' Fans
Excited for Sanders' debut, hope he performs well
Raiders' Fans
Concerned about Crosby's pressure on Sanders
Defensive Matchup
Browns' Fans
Confident in Browns' elite defense
Raiders' Fans
Hoping Raiders' offense can surprise the Browns
Key facts
- Record
- Browns (2-8), Raiders (2-8)
- Spread
- Raiders by 4
- Last Meeting
- Raiders won 20-16 on Sept. 24, 2024
- Browns Offense Ranking
- Overall (31), Rush (26), Pass (31), Scoring (29)
- Browns Defense Ranking
- Overall (2), Rush (14), Pass (1), Scoring (18)
- Raiders Offense Ranking
- Overall (30), Rush (30T), Pass (25), Scoring (31T)
- Raiders Defense Ranking
- Overall (17T), Rush (15), Pass (19), Scoring (24)
- Turnover Differential
- Browns +3, Raiders -4
Quotes
Shedeur Sanders
Cleveland Browns quarterback making his first NFL start
“I'm ready for this opportunity. I've been preparing for this moment my whole life.”
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Maxx Crosby
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end with four sacks in his past five games
“I'm just focused on getting to the quarterback and making his day as tough as possible.”
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Pete Carroll
Las Vegas Raiders head coach
“We're focused on getting back on track and playing Raider football. It's a big game for us.”
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