Browns' Shedeur Sanders claims 'smiling' comment about Saints defense was taken out of context
Key Points:
- Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders clarified that he did not intend to disrespect the New Orleans Saints defense despite comments that were perceived as provocative ahead of their Week 9 matchup.
- Sanders, set to start his first game of the season due to Deshaun Watson's concussion protocol, hinted at confidence against the Saints' struggling defense, which ranks near the bottom in yards and scoring allowed.
- Saints edge rusher Carl Granderson responded to Sanders' remarks by vowing that the team will come into the game motivated and ready to compete aggressively.
- Sanders, known for being outspoken since his college days and as the son of Deion Sanders, emphasized that media may take his words out of context but he does not intend to disrespect opponents.