Browns Coach Kevin Stefanski Called Out For Actions After Beating Raiders
Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski is catching heat for his postgame locker-room speech in Las Vegas, where he rattled off praise for nearly every unit — and even delivered a profanity-laced tribute to Myles Garrett — but barely acknowledged rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders after his first NFL start.
Sanders led the team to a 24-10 victory, passing for 209 yards with a touchdown and an interception. The win snapped a three-game losing skid for the Browns and Sanders became the first Cleveland rookie quarterback to win in their debut since 1995.
But Sanders got just a quick mention from Stefanski as he reeled off highlights from the game.
“How about that road win?” Stefanski said. “We stayed resilient together and we fought together. How about Gage (Lavardain’s) big return on special teams? How about Corey (Bojorquez) pinning those guys deep every single time and doing his job? Offense wasn’t perfect, but how about that big play by (Dylan Sampson) at the end? … Then another rookie making his first start, nice job Shedeur.”
Stefanski then rightly recognized the defense and Garrett for their dominant performance.
“There’s that old saying, save the best for last — how about that (expletive) defense. Holy (expletive) is what I have to say about that. Ten sacks by our defense!” Stefanski said before giving the game ball to Garrett. “I got a guy, he had a cold this week, wasn’t feeling like himself. He got three sacks, which gives him 18 on the season through 11 games. He breaks his own Browns’ record — Myles Garrett.”
Browns Fans Take Notice of Shedeur Sanders’ Mention
The defense deserved every bit of praise, but fans were quick to point out that Stefanski barely acknowledged Sanders’ role and didn’t give the rookie QB a game ball despite his first NFL win as a starter.
“Damn dude, at least pretend to care about your QB for the cameras at the very least,” one fan said.
@Browns @Ticketmaster Damn dude at least pretend to care about your QB for the cameras at the very least
“Your rookie QB accomplished something the team hasn’t seen in 30 years and wasn’t given props for it. Idgaf if you’re a Shedeur or (Dillon Gabriel) guy. That deserves recognition and a game ball,” another fan said.
“Man if this doesn’t tell you what he thinks of Sanders I don’t know what will,” a fan added. “Literal two seconds of shine and not even a game ball on a win in his first start. That’s wild.”
The move from Stefanski also drew the ire of former NFLers Chad Johnson and Shannon Sharpe.
“Of course, he doesn’t get no game ball. That wasn’t his pick. They don’t want him to succeed,” Johnson said on
“Shedeur played his (expletive) off,” Sharpe added. “I thought he was very good with his eyes and very good with his feet. Everything was attached. And that’s all you got for the man?”
Browns Don’t Name Shedeur Sanders Starting QB
The Browns suddenly have a real decision to make at quarterback. Dillon Gabriel is expected to be cleared from his concussion soon, and the team has indicated he’d reclaim the starting job once he returns.
After Sunday’s win, Stefanski did not want to get into the starting quarterback conversation.
“I’m not going to get into that. Obviously proud of him and proud of this offense. … But I’m just going to worry about today,” Stefanski said. “I’m always going to take my time and do what’s best for the football team.”
The Browns were 1-5 with Gabriel as the starter. He did very little to establish himself and failed to make an impact. Cleveland will host the San Francisco 49ers next week.
Troy Aikman Slams Cowboys' Win Over Eagles: "It Was Gifted"
In a game that had high stakes for both the Dallas Cowboys and the Philadelphia Eagles, the biggest fireworks of the night didn’t come from the field—they came from the booth. Troy Aikman, Fox Sports’ Hall of Fame analyst, was at the center of the controversy following Dallas’ narrow 24–21 victory, leveling a harsh critique that quickly went viral.
Aikman, known for his blunt and unflinching analysis, didn’t hold back when discussing the Cowboys’ win. His assessment was sharp and immediate: “Let’s get something straight — that victory wasn’t earned. It was gifted.” Aikman’s cold shot was the beginning of an intense tirade that sent shockwaves through NFL fans, particularly in Dallas and Philadelphia, as he accused the Cowboys of getting more than just a well-executed game.
“You don’t beat a team like the Eagles with execution or discipline — you beat them with luck,” Aikman continued, his voice rising as he doubled down on his accusations. “Dallas lucked into that win. Lucked into the momentum. And frankly, it looked like they lucked into a little help from the officials too.”
The tension only escalated as Aikman honed in on the integrity of the game, questioning not only the Cowboys’ performance but the fairness of the contest itself. “Tell me how Philadelphia — a team that controlled long stretches — walks out of that stadium with a loss? They played real football tonight. Dallas played with fortune on their side,” he added, making it clear that he believed the Eagles were the superior team that night, only to be denied by what he perceived as external factors.
Aikman’s most explosive comment came as he turned his attention to the officiating, which he claimed played a significant role in the game’s outcome. “The officiating was embarrassing. The favoritism toward Dallas was blatant — and the whole country saw it,” he said, a statement that set off a firestorm on social media. Fans, pundits, and analysts took to their platforms, echoing Aikman’s sentiments or pushing back against his claims, but one thing was clear—the former quarterback’s words had ignited a debate about the integrity of the game and the role of officials in shaping outcomes.
Moments later, the focus shifted to Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer, who stepped to the podium with the task of addressing the controversy. Rather than engaging in a back-and-forth about Aikman’s fiery remarks, Schottenheimer delivered a cold, cutting response that would close the chapter on the debate. With the media hanging on his every word, Schottenheimer stood tall and said, “The scoreboard tells the truth — that’s all that matters.”
The remark, short and succinct, immediately shifted the conversation back to the Cowboys’ performance on the field. It was clear that Schottenheimer wasn’t going to let any outside criticism distract from his team’s hard-fought victory. With a win over their divisional rivals and a statement of resolve from their head coach, the Cowboys seemed determined to move past the noise.
As the dust settled from the explosive back-and-forth between Aikman and Schottenheimer, the narrative surrounding the game remained polarized. The Cowboys may have walked away with the win, but the aftermath of the game—filled with accusations of luck and questionable officiating—will be remembered as one of the most talked-about moments of the season. Whether or not Aikman’s criticism will have a lasting impact on the public perception of the Cowboys remains to be seen, but for now, the debate rages on.
