From college to the pros: Shedeur Sanders connects with referee that officiated collegiate debut
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Shedeur Sanders had a memorable reunion with referee Brian Perry during the Cleveland Browns' preseason game against the Carolina Panthers. Perry officiated Sanders' debut in college football in 2021, when Sanders played for Jackson State. Sanders performed impressively in his NFL debut, throwing for 138 yards and scoring two touchdowns in a victory. However, he experienced oblique discomfort during warmups for an upcoming practice, leading to concerns about his participation in an upcoming game against the Eagles.
During the Cleveland Browns' preseason game against the Carolina Panthers, rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders had a heartfelt encounter with referee Brian Perry, who recalled officiating Sanders' college debut.
Perry, who joined the NFL refereeing corps ahead of the 2024 season, asked Sanders if he remembered what his first college football game was while on the sideline.
Sanders' impressive showing included throwing for 138 yards, 14 of 23 passing, and two touchdowns in a 30-10 preseason victory against Carolina.
Sanders suffered oblique discomfort during warmups ahead of a joint practice with the Philadelphia Eagles and is unlikely to play on Saturday.
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