Browns QB Shedeur Sanders Sparks Number Change Speculation

The second-year quarterback launches new social media accounts, fueling rumors he could switch to his signature No. 2 jersey.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 8:33pm

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders has launched new social media accounts under the handle 'ss2legendary', sparking speculation that he could switch to the No. 2 jersey for the upcoming season. Sanders wore No. 2 throughout his college career, but the number was claimed by veteran wide receiver DeAndre Carter when Sanders joined the Browns as a fifth-round pick in 2025. With Carter no longer on the team, Sanders is reportedly considering making the switch to his signature number.

Why it matters

The potential jersey number change is significant for Sanders, as the No. 2 is closely tied to his personal brand and identity. The move could also signal his growing confidence and status within the Browns organization, as he enters the offseason as the frontrunner to be the team's starting quarterback.

The details

Sanders launched the new 'ss2legendary' social media accounts on Sunday, quickly amassing tens of thousands of followers. The accounts feature motivational posts and show Sanders working out with Browns teammates, including wide receiver Gage Larvadain. The accounts only follow one person - Shedeur Sanders himself. This move comes as speculation continues to swirl around a potential jersey number change for the second-year quarterback.

  • On Sunday, March 22, 2026, Shedeur Sanders launched the new 'ss2legendary' social media accounts.
  • In 2025, when the Browns assigned jersey numbers to their rookie class, veteran wide receiver DeAndre Carter claimed the No. 2 jersey that Sanders wore in college.

The players

Shedeur Sanders

The Cleveland Browns' second-year quarterback who is considered the frontrunner to be the team's starting QB in 2026 after starting the final seven games of the 2025 season.

DeAndre Carter

A veteran wide receiver who claimed the No. 2 jersey when Sanders joined the Browns as a fifth-round pick in 2025, despite Sanders wearing that number throughout his college career.

Deion Sanders

Shedeur Sanders' father, who revealed this week that his son is considering switching to the No. 2 jersey instead of the No. 12 he wore as a rookie.

Todd Monken

The new head coach of the Cleveland Browns, who has been impressed with Shedeur Sanders' 'elite playmaking ability' and views him as the frontrunner to be the team's starting quarterback in 2026.

Gage Larvadain

A Browns wide receiver who was seen working out with Shedeur Sanders in a video posted to the new 'ss2legendary' social media accounts.

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What they’re saying

“He's switching up his numbers. He's thinking about going to No. 2 instead of No. 12.”

— Deion Sanders

“I think what you see is elite playmaking ability. That's in him. You've seen it. We've seen it. You saw it in college. You saw it on tape last year. Sure, there's a ways to go. But what rookie isn't, I mean, what first year player doesn't have a long way to go? So, I'm excited to get started with him and all of our quarterbacks and all of our players.”

— Todd Monken, Cleveland Browns Head Coach

What’s next

The Browns have not yet confirmed whether Shedeur Sanders will be allowed to switch to the No. 2 jersey for the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Shedeur Sanders' potential jersey number change to his signature No. 2 could be a significant move, signaling his growing status and confidence within the Browns organization as he enters his second NFL season as the frontrunner to be the team's starting quarterback.