A fan has filed a pro se lawsuit against the NFL in Georgia, seeking $100 million in punitive damages after Shedeur Sanders was not drafted in the first round. The plaintiff alleges conspiracy and violation of laws that led to emotional distress. Despite claiming to be an avid supporter, his understanding of Sanders' draft stock appears flawed, as analysts had previously downgraded his potential. The case illustrates an extreme reaction to disappointment in sports fandom, further complicated by the plaintiff's financial assistance request due to inability to pay filing fees.
A suit filed in Georgia seeks $100 million from the NFL for emotional distress over the non-drafting of Shedeur Sanders, arguing conspiracy and antitrust violations.
The plaintiff, identifying as 'John Doe', claims emotional damages for having to watch his team, the Browns, after feeling wronged by the NFL's draft decisions.
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