ESPN report: A Harsh and Direct Message to Browns Head Coach Kevin Stefanski.

Sanders, who was drafted with high expectations and touted as a potential face of the franchise, has seen his early NFL tenure marred by inconsistent play-calling, a porous offensive line, and what he views as a lack of adaptation from the coaching staff. According to sources close to the situation, Sanders expressed frustration in a private team meeting, challenging Stefanski’s leadership and calling for a “more aggressive, accountable, and quarterback-friendly system.”

“We’re not playing to win. We’re playing not to lose,” Sanders allegedly told teammates and staff. “And that mentality starts at the top.”

The quarterback’s message reportedly included critiques of Stefanski’s predictable schemes and conservative fourth-quarter decisions. Sanders, known for his confident demeanor and leadership qualities during his college career at Colorado, believes the team is failing to maximize its potential, especially with the talent currently on the roster.

While Sanders stopped short of demanding changes to the coaching staff, his comments underline a growing disconnect between the locker room and the sideline. Multiple veteran players have privately voiced support for Sanders’ stance, suggesting that the concerns he raised reflect broader frustrations within the team.

Stefanski, for his part, acknowledged the team’s struggles in a post-practice press conference but downplayed the idea of internal turmoil. “We’re all competitors. Emotions run high, especially when things aren’t going our way. Shedeur’s passionate — I respect that. We’ll get it right.”

Despite Stefanski’s attempt to ease tensions, the message is clear: Sanders wants change — and he wants it fast. With media attention intensifying and the Browns fanbase growing restless, the team faces a pivotal stretch that could define both Sanders’ development and Stefanski’s future in Cleveland.