Source: BroBible
Summary
Brian Kelly, former Notre Dame and LSU head coach, appeared on CBS Sports as an analyst and provided a breakdown of NFL Draft prospect Garrett Nussmeier. Kelly’s comments about Nussmeier’s toughness were perceived by some as a dig at Shedeur Sanders, but Deion Sanders Jr. believes Kelly was actually complimenting Sanders’ mobility. Kelly said Nussmeier is not like Sanders, who can “run away from contact.” Sanders Jr. thinks Kelly was highlighting Sanders’ ability to escape trouble when needed.
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The habit of misinterpreting quotes gets a new name.
Brian Kelly’s words were taken out of context, and the outrage machine started rolling. Deion Sanders Jr. stepped in to clarify that Kelly was actually praising Shedeur Sanders’ mobility. The former coach’s comment about Nussmeier not being able to “run away from contact” was not a jab at Sanders, but rather a compliment on his ability to navigate the pocket. The incident shows how easily words can be twisted and how important context is.
Being misquoted is the new being quoted.
