Sanders’ name was called 50 picks after Gabriel. For Sanders, this could be exactly what he needs to start his pro career. “Our message to him … is you have to come in here and work,” said Berry. “You’ve got to compete. That’s the message. Nothing is given.” During his post-draft interview, Sanders was gracious.

Shedeur Sanders’ wait finally has ended. The Cleveland Browns selected the Colorado quarterback and son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders in the fifth round with the 144th overall pick in the NFL draft.

Sanders, who is the son of Colorado head football coach Deion Sanders and brother of Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders, had a laugh, saying: "Dad was our agent, but that hasn't been working out too good. So today I had to sign with an agent."