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Shedeur Sanders Blames Media After Saints Take Offense to Smiley Interview

Shedeur Sanders Blames Media After Saints Take Offense to Smiley Interview
World Sports · 15:38:35 - Tuesday, 10 November 2026

Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders criticized media coverage following reports that the New Orleans Saints took offense to his demeanor during a recent interview. Sanders, the son of NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, suggested the media misrepresented his "smiley" interaction, which reportedly drew a negative reaction from the Saints organization. The incident occurred amid heightened scrutiny of Sanders' draft prospects and public persona. Neither Sanders nor the Saints have released detailed statements beyond initial reports.

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