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The narrative surrounding Sanders took a turn when various media figures weighed in, some suggesting that his struggles resulted from a fear of a young black quarterback's success. This line of reasoning, while compelling, fails to address the actual feedback and concerns raised by NFL teams. Arrogance shown by quarterbacks like Michael Vick or Cam Newton was tolerated because their talent ensured they were not only respected but coveted. In contrast, Sanders’s perceived talent fell short of this threshold of acceptance.