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Shedeur Sanders has been at the centre of discussions leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft, and for good reason.
The Colorado quarterback delivered an exceptional season, throwing for 4,134 yards and 37 touchdowns-both leading the Big 12. His rise has been nothing short of remarkable, transforming a once-struggling Buffaloes program into one of the most talked-about teams in college football under the leadership of his father, Deion Sanders.
With such an impressive resume, Sanders is widely expected to be one of the first quarterbacks taken in the draft. He has already lined up meetings with the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants, who hold the second and third overall picks, respectively. His iration for New York has been evident, even wearing Giants-themed cleats to the Alamo Bowl.
However, recent mock drafts have thrown some doubt on where he will land. ESPN analyst Field Yates' latest projection had Sanders falling to the Las Vegas Raiders at No. 6. When Sanders saw this on television during a gym session, his reaction was clear and immediate-he was not pleased.
Sanders Dismisses the Idea of Falling in the Draft
A clip circulating on social media captured Sanders' live reaction to seeing himself mocked to the Raiders at No. 6. His response? "That's crazy, bro; I'm not going!"
Sanders has never been short on confidence, a trait undoubtedly inherited from his Hall of Fame father. Some may see his reaction as bordering on arrogance, but self-belief is often a key trait for successful quarterbacks. His frustration suggests he expects to be taken much earlier, ideally within the top three selections.
Interestingly, Yates' mock draft had Miami's Cam Ward going to the Giants at No. 3-a pick Sanders likely envisioned for himself. If New York decides to on him, it could be a disappointing outcome given his previous indications of interest in the franchise.
Does Sanders Have a Point?
While Sanders' reaction may seem bold, the draft process is unpredictable, and falling to No. 6 wouldn't necessarily be a bad outcome. The Raiders, desperate for a franchise quarterback, could provide a promising landing spot.
FanSided's Cody Williams highlighted some of the factors that could lead to Sanders sliding in the draft. "He may not have the biggest arm or even the best intangible tools," Williams noted. However, he still referred to Sanders as a "high-floor prospect," meaning he is seen as a relatively safe pick in a quarterback class that lacks elite depth.
At the end of the day, the true measure of success in the NFL is not determined by where a player is drafted, but how they perform once they get there.
While Sanders may feel slighted by being projected outside the top three, he will have the opportunity to prove his worth regardless of which team ultimately selects him.