Will Shedeur Sanders take the BIGGEST YEAR 2 jump of any QB in the 2025 QB class?

The Cleveland Browns and their future at QB are front and center in this conversation, because if Shedeur Sanders is that guy, a Year 2 leap isn’t just a storyline—it’s a franchise pivot. And when you stack him up against the rest of the 2025 QB class, the real question isn’t talent… it’s trajectory. Shedeur’s 2025 rookie year had flashes that told you he belongs. The poise under pressure stood out immediately—this wasn’t a kid speeding up when things broke down. There were key moments where he showed high-level anticipation throws, especially in tight windows over the middle, and that’s NFL stuff. But let’s be real—there were also stretches where holding the ball too long and trying to play hero ball got him into trouble. That’s typical for a young QB adjusting to NFL pass rush speed. What separates Shedeur is his confidence and processing—when things were on schedule, he looked like a top-tier distributor. If the Browns (or whoever’s building around him) clean up protection and give him structure, that Year 2 jump could be LOUD. Now look across that 2025 QB class. Cam Ward came in as one of the most naturally gifted throwers—his off-platform ability and arm talent popped early, but his inconsistency showed up in critical moments. You saw games where he looked like a superstar, then others where decision-making dipped. Quinn Ewers was more rhythm-based—when protected, he carved defenses up, but under pressure, things got shaky. Durability and consistency were real talking points. Jalen Milroe was the wildcard—elite athlete, game-breaking runner, but still raw as a passer. His biggest moments came when teams couldn’t contain him on the ground, but defenses forced him into uncomfortable passing situations late in the year. So will Shedeur make the biggest Year 2 jump? He’s got a legit case. His game is already built on timing, accuracy, and mental processing—which typically take off in Year 2 once the speed slows down. Compared to Ward’s volatility, Ewers’ pressure issues, and Milroe’s development curve as a passer, Shedeur feels like the most “ready to ascend” if the environment is right. The biggest thing for him? Cutting down sacks, speeding up decisions, and trusting the system instead of trying to win every play himself. If that happens, don’t be surprised if we’re talking about him as the best QB from that class by midseason. Subscribe and ring the bell for the latest talk about the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Guardians, Cleveland Cavaliers and Ohio State Buckeyes: https://bit.ly/ucss_subscribe Follow on Twitter:   / ultclesports   Watch live on YouTube 11 a.m.-1 p.m. weekdays on YouTube and WKYC+ on your Roku and Fire TV apps! The Ultimate Cleveland Sports Show is your daily source of the best conversation about the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Guardians, Cleveland Cavaliers and Ohio State Buckeyes, as well as sports throughout Northeast Ohio. Produced by Mike Lucas, Anthony Antonelli, and Earl Mauldin. Hosted by Jay Crawford, Adam the Bull, G Bush, Jason Lloyd, and Tyvis Powell.