Shedeur Sanders’ Home Robbed as Rookie Quarterback Makes NFL Debut

Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders faced an unexpected crisis off the field on Sunday, when his home was burglarized during his first regular-season NFL appearance. Multiple reports, including cleveland.com’s Mary Kay Cabot, confirmed the incident, and the Medina County Sheriff’s Office released additional details on Tuesday.

According to the sheriff’s office, three masked suspects entered Sanders’ residence on November 16, 2025, at approximately 6:46 p.m. Surveillance footage captured the individuals moving through several areas of the home before leaving roughly 12 minutes later with an estimated $200,000 worth of stolen property. Investigators are analyzing the footage as the case remains open.

The timing of the break-in was particularly striking. Sanders, 23, took the field for his NFL debut that same evening during the Browns’ matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. He stepped in at halftime after starting quarterback Dillon Gabriel was placed in concussion protocol. Sanders finished the game 4-of-16 for 47 yards with an interception in a 23–16 loss—an already challenging moment amplified by the unfolding situation at his home.

After the game, Sanders acknowledged both his on-field struggles and the need to grow more comfortable with first-team reps, noting that Sunday marked his first time throwing in-game passes to several of his receivers. Despite the difficult circumstances, he is expected to make his first NFL start in Week 12 against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Sanders’ experience is the latest in a concerning trend involving high-profile athletes. Over the past year, homes belonging to Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and Joe Burrow were burglarized while the players were away for games. In early 2025, federal prosecutors charged seven individuals—allegedly tied to a South American crime syndicate—in connection with those thefts. Similar incidents have occurred across professional sports, including burglaries at the homes of NBA stars Luka Dončić, Mike Conley, and Bobby Portis.

The FBI previously warned major sports leagues about organized criminal groups targeting athletes’ unoccupied residences, prompting both the NFL and NBA to issue memos urging players to remain vigilant. Sanders’ case stands out, however, because the Browns were actually at home on Sunday, underscoring how unpredictable and sophisticated these crimes can be.

As authorities continue to investigate, Sanders now faces the dual challenge of preparing for a potential milestone in his young NFL career while navigating the aftermath of a major personal loss.

Source: CBS Sports