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Douzable: Shedeur Sanders faces defining opportunity if started vs. Steelers

Sanders is 3-of-3 for 2 yards in 2 games this season.

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What happened: CBS Sports analyst Leger Douzable highlighted the responsibility awaiting Shedeur Sanders should the quarterback earn the starting nod against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Douzable emphasized that stepping into the role offers Sanders an immediate platform to prove his viability as a long-term starter.

Why it matters: Cleveland selected Sanders in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft out of Colorado to develop behind Deshaun Watson. Facing a Pittsburgh defense riding a four-game winning streak would serve as an accelerated evaluation of the rookie's progression.

By the numbers: In 2026 through 2 games, Sanders has completed 3 of 3 passes for 2 yards. Pittsburgh sits at 6-2 on a four-game winning streak after defeating Cleveland 27-6 on Nov. 1.

What to watch: Cleveland will finalize its offensive depth chart leading into game day as Pittsburgh prepares for the divisional clash.

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