Shedeur Sanders and the Cleveland Browns fell short of expectations during the 2025 NFL season, finishing 5-12 and missing the playoffs for a second straight year. The Browns, however, closed the season on a strong note, securing back-to-back wins over the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals.
Sanders, following his college career at Colorado, was picked in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, becoming one of two quarterbacks the Browns selected alongside Dillon Gabriel. After Cleveland opened the season 2-8 under Joe Flacco and Gabriel, Sanders was named the starting quarterback in Week 12 and finished the year with a 3-4 record as the team’s starter.
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And while Sanders tallied more wins in 2025 than any other Browns quarterback, his numbers tell a story of inconsistency and rookie stumbles. He completed 120-of-212 passes (56.6%) for 1,400 yards, seven touchdowns and 10 interceptions, adding another 169 yards and a score on the ground.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) exits the field after the game against the Pittsburgh SteelersKen Blaze-Imagn Images
Away from football, Sanders has expanded his portfolio through partnerships with major brands such as Nike, Gatorade and Mercedes-Benz. This week, he added another deal, teaming up with Browns running back Ahmani Marshall’s clothing brand, Peaceful Struggle.
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As of Tuesday, Peaceful Struggle offers two items — a cropped zip-up hoodie and ultra-baggy sweatpants — both part of the Essential Set collection, with Sanders modeling each piece. The brand says it represents “the quiet strength it takes to remain grounded while pushing forward,” and aims to “stand for peace.”
Both pieces are black and made from French terry cotton, featuring “Peaceful Struggle” written in cursive. The hoodie is designed for year-round wear, while the sweatpants emphasize comfort and aim to make a statement.
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While Sanders awaits his second NFL season, hoping to retain the starting quarterback role, the Browns will look to address their roster needs in free agency and in the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting with the No. 6 overall pick.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Jan 13, 2026, where it first appeared in the NFL section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.