Shedeur Sanders opted to put his rap aspirations on hold after he was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the NFL draft, expressing his sole focus on playing football during his live draft broadcast. Once a highly projected pick, Sanders fell to the 144th overall pick, causing a significant increase in draft viewership. Speculation arose on the reasons for his plummet, with some drawing parallels to Colin Kaepernick's situation, though opinions on the role of race in Sanders' situation varied. In a decisive moment during his draft stream, Shedeur Sanders emphasized his commitment to football, signaling the end of his music career. Despite gaining popularity with tracks like "Perfect Timing" and "Life," which showcased his lavish lifestyle, Sanders made the choice to prioritize his NFL ambitions with the Browns over his music endeavors.