As a fifth round draft pick and presumably lower on the Browns' quarterback depth chart, Sanders isn't in a position to take anything for granted. Every snap matters -- whether it's a preseason or regular-season game -- and represents a chance to prove himself for a spot on the 53-man roster.

Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders started his first NFL game, a preseason win at the Carolina Panthers. Here's what he thought of his play.

Before Shedeur Sanders made his first NFL preseason start on Friday in the Browns' game against the Panthers, he made sure to show some appreciation for his teammates. Sanders shared after the game that he gifted several of his receivers new cleats, and that some of his teammates even wore them during the game.