Shilo Sanders’ Funny NFL Ask To Brother Shedeur Sanders

As Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders prepares for his first NFL home start, his brother and former Colorado Buffaloes star Shilo Sanders went viral with a hilarious Thanksgiving bit — a moment that perfectly reflects the brothers’ bond and their lasting Colorado roots.

Nov 29, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) and safety Shilo Sanders (21) before the game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

The Sanders family rarely produces quiet moments, and this Thanksgiving was no exception. As Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders prepared for the biggest moment of his young NFL career — his first home start this Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers — his older brother and former Colorado Buffaloes safety Shilo Sanders didn't let the spotlight drift too far.

Jul 10, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Colorado Buffaloes safety Shilo Sanders speaks to the media during the Big 12 Media Days at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images | Candice Ward-Imagn Images

In a clip posted to social media from Shilo’s YouTube channel, the Buffs standout showed up to Thanksgiving dinner with a pen, clipboard, and a “favorite son” checklist, instantly turning the meal into a viral comedy bit.

Beneath the jokes, the video also highlighted something deeper: even away from the field and miles from Colorado, the Sanders brothers remain tied to football, to each other, and to the Buffaloes program that helped elevate them into household names.

Shilo Turns Thanksgiving Into a Comedy Special

Aug 9, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Shilo Sanders (28) takes the field for warmups before a preseason game against the Tennessee Titans at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

The video begins with Shilo locking in on his younger brother, who was seated quietly at the table — studying his playbook, focused on Sunday’s showdown.

“Look at him studying his plays and whatnot before his big game,” Shilo teased, loud enough for the whole family to hear. “What a good boy. Studying your plays so Coach Stefanski don’t get mad. ‘Stefanski, I even studied my plays on Thanksgiving.’”

Shilo Sanders was rage-baiting his brother Shedeur about being the starting QB of the Browns all day and even started praying that Shedeur could get him on the team 🤣🏈🙏 pic.twitter.com/hueuNQYJV8

— Slime🐍 (@ItsKingSlime) November 29, 2025

The clip immediately brought back fond memories to Colorado fans, but it also revealed how dialed in Shedeur is ahead of facing a 49ers defense considered among the best in the NFL. Even on Thanksgiving and with Shilo poking fun at him, Shedeur never put the playbook down.

But that shouldn't come as a surprise to Buffs fans. Shedeur’s preparation was one of the defining trademarks of his time in Boulder, where his calm under pressure and mastery of their offensive system turned him into one of the most efficient quarterbacks in the country.

This week, that same preparation will be put to the test on one of the NFL’s biggest stages.

Colorado Still Lives in Their DNA

Nov 29, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes safety Shilo Sanders (21) and head coach Deion Sanders and quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) and social media producer Deion Sanders Jr. following the win against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Later in the clip, Shilo mentioned their time in Colorado and whether they’d eventually buy a place together.

He then pointed at Shedeur and said, “Ask this guy right here — he’s the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns.”

Shedeur shot back immediately: “You told me that was only one week.”

Because while the Sanders family has spread out — with Shedeur in the NFL and Shilo preparing for his own professional path — their connection to Colorado remains strong. Their conversations still drift back to Boulder. Their jokes still reference the program, and their bond is still tied to the program defining success they created.

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A Thanksgiving Prayer for Touchdowns (and Contract Requests)

Aug 8, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) celebrates his touchdown pass against the Carolina Panthers during the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images | Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Shilo wasn’t finished with the jokes, though. During the pre-meal prayer, he launched into a monologue that immediately had the table cutting up.

“Lord, thank you for Shedeur finally getting his start. Let him throw for 500 yards,” he prayed — until Shedeur cut him off.

“The win is what’s important. The win.”

Shilo continued unfazed: “Lord, please help Shedeur do his best so he can pull some strings and get me on the Browns too… and please make No. 21 available somehow.”

Shedeur cut him off again.

“Boy, that’s Denzel Ward. He’s a franchise player. Twenty-one gone, bruh.”

Shilo didn’t miss a beat: “Well… never mind, 28 will do.”

It was classic Sanders family energy — competitive, hilarious, unfiltered.

While Shilo might not be suiting up for the Browns anytime soon, Shedeur is having the biggest moment of his young NFL career.