The fashion police were out in full force at Saturday's NFL preseason action, and this time, the spotlight landed on Pilar Sanders, ex-wife of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders and mother of Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders.
Pilar showed up to watch her son play against the Buffalo Bills in a bold ensemble that had social media buzzing. While many fans praised her look, others were quick to criticize, calling it inappropriate for a mom at an NFL game.
"Wowowowowo," one fan wrote on social media. "Stunning! So beautiful," added another. But not everyone was impressed. "I was embarrassed as a high school hockey goalie when my mom was shouting things. I can't imagine being a professional QB and having your mother go viral like this," one commenter said.
Another fan pointed to the ongoing narrative around Shedeur Sanders, saying, "The Browns were the ONLY team that took a chance on him and if it wasn't for them, he was going undrafted because of the circus that was going to come with him. This is EXACTLY why he fell."
The criticism didn't stop there. "Inappropriate for an NFL mom," one user shared, while others accused Pilar of seeking attention.
Despite the noise, Shedeur Sanders is focused on football. The rookie quarterback is battling for the starting job in Cleveland, though Deshaun Watson has looked sharper so far. Watson faced heavy boos from the home crowd during Saturday's game, which could open the door for Sanders to make a move.
This isn't the first time Pilar's fashion has made headlines. Her game-day look drew comparisons to other bold sideline outfits that have sparked online debates.
As the regular season approaches, the Browns are hoping to avoid distractions. The quarterback competition remains open, and Sanders is determined to prove he belongs. But with his mother's outfit dominating the conversation, it's clear the spotlight will follow him wherever he goes.
For now, Shedeur is keeping his head down, focusing on the upcoming season. The Browns' first game is less than a month away, and all eyes will be on Cleveland's signal-caller—on and off the field.
