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NFL·November 6, 2026 02:35 PM ET

Burrow, Sanders share rare Super Bowl era rookie statistical milestone

Burrow went first in 2020; Sanders was taken in round five.

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What happened: PFF highlighted that Joe Burrow and Shedeur Sanders remain the only two rookie quarterbacks in the Super Bowl era to record at least 350 passing yards, three passing touchdowns, and a rushing touchdown in a single game. Both signal-callers reached the milestone during their debut professional campaigns. The dual-threat single-game standard stands as an exclusive mark across modern league history.

Why it matters: Burrow entered the league as Cincinnati's first overall selection in 2020, while Sanders joined Cleveland as a fifth-round pick in 2025. The historical standard highlights Sanders' early production profile alongside an established franchise passer. Both franchises continue navigating quarterback depth and roster evaluations as the season progresses.

By the numbers: Burrow has completed 195 of 267 passes for 2115 yards with 20 touchdowns and 6 interceptions in 2026 through 7 games. Sanders has completed 3 of 3 passes for 2 yards in 2026 through 2 games.

What to watch: Both clubs evaluate their rosters ahead of the NFL trade window closing on Nov. 10 at 4 p.m. ET. Cincinnati carries a 5-2 record into Week 9 action.

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  • @PFF 

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