Shedeur Sanders NFL debut: Fans split between ‘QB1’ praise and ‘Shedont Sanders’ trolls

When Shedeur Sanders finally stepped on an NFL field, everyone knew the takes would come flying faster than a Patrick Mahomes sidearm pass. But no one expected it to get this wild. After his first snaps, Twitter turned into a full-on battleground, with some fans ready to crown him QB1 right now and others roasting him for “elite 3 and outs.

” And of course, because it’s Shedeur Sanders, the conversation didn’t stop at football, it spiraled into race, media bias, and even accusations that coaches were sabotaging him.

Fans Divide Over Shedeur Sanders’ NFL Debut: “QB1 or Shedont?”

Shedeur Sanders’ very first NFL game, and expectations were already sky-high because of who he is, Deion Sanders’ son, a college star with swagger, and one of the most talked-about rookies in the league. First games are rarely flawless for any quarterback, but with Shedeur, every snap feels magnified.

That’s why his debut didn’t just get graded like a normal rookie outing, it got turned into a referendum on whether he’s the next big thing or just hype.

One fan tweeted confidently: “Shedeur’s 1st game performance was much better than DG’s performance in this game! He is QB1 or 2 based on that alone.” Others echoed the energy with pure excitement, shouting “COOK UP TWIN” and “Let’s get it.”

For a rookie, that’s the kind of love that shows Shedeur isn’t just another young quarterback, he’s got a fanbase that believes he can take over the league sooner than later.

But not everyone was impressed. Social media came armed with jokes, and Sanders became the target. One fan laughed, “ELITE 3 and outs,” while another dropped the brutal nickname “More like Shedont Sanders.”

Another commenter didn’t hold back either: “I heard he went 3 and out.” That’s Twitter for you, one side is ready to build statues, the other side is ready to cancel your career after a single series.

Then came the deeper takes. A user fired off: “Shedeur is only hated by older White men including media personalities.” Another added, “Lmao always showing Black people in Sanders jerseys 😂.”For some, Shedeur isn’t just a quarterback, he’s part of a cultural conversation. The way the media covers him, the jerseys the cameras show, even the criticisms he gets are being seen through the lens of race and bias. His debut wasn’t just about football, it turned into a reflection of how polarizing his family and his presence are in the spotlight.Also read - Eric Dickerson claims NFL told teams not to draft Shedeur Sanders, fueling conspiracy around Browns rookie