Shedeur Sanders started his first NFL game on Sunday, and he was fine. Not terrible, not brilliant, but fine. Perhaps not the kind of scorching hot take that lands you a seat across from Stephen A. Smith, but a truthful, honest reality.

The thing is: “Fine” is good enough for the Browns. One touchdown, one interception, and a couple of explosive plays is the kind of afternoon that can win games with this team. It’s a unit constructed to operate well, just so long as the QB can give you a modicum of production — and more importantly, not screw anything up.

However, the day after Sanders made his start we’re getting a glimpse into why his ascent to the starting job is somewhat problematic. The over-effusive praise for a “fine” performance has people in a tizzy for the dumbest reasons.

Kev

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