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With the NFL Draft just around the corner, speculation surrounding top quarterback prospects like Shedeur Sanders is intensifying. But for teams like the New York Giants, the urgency to select a quarterback early may have just cooled off.
In a recent statement, Giants GM Joe Schoen hinted that the franchise may not be eyeing a QB in the 2025 Draft, thanks to their offseason additions of Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston.
Shedeur Sanders subtly shades his dad Deion Sanders during an interview
“With the signing of [Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston], I think we put ourselves in a position where I don’t think that’s mandatory,” Schoen said, when asked about the possibility of targeting a quarterback next year.
The message is clear: the Giants are not feeling desperate, and that could spell trouble for prospects banking on going early.
Shedeur Sanders may face a longer wait than expected
The ripple effect of statements like Schoen’s could impact several quarterback hopefuls, including Shedeur Sanders. Once touted as a potential first-round lock, Sanders‘ draft stock has become a topic of debate. While his arm strength and poise have been praised, questions linger around his ability to perform under pressure and lead at the pro level.
If more teams adopt the Giants‘ logic, choosing to rely on experienced veterans rather than gamble on raw QB talent, Sanders might see his name called later than expected on draft night.
What this means for the 2025 draft landscape
The Giants‘ move signals a broader trend in the NFL: teams seeking flexibility rather than committing too early to rookie quarterbacks. With Wilson and Winston providing short-term options, New York can afford to wait and evaluate the market.
This could prompt other franchises to follow suit, focusing on depth and value picks rather than quarterback gambles in the first round. For Sanders and others, it’s a waiting game, one that could lead to a longer-than-anticipated night in the green room.
As the countdown to draft day continues, all eyes will be on which teams still see QB as a must-have, and which ones, like the Giants, are choosing patience over panic.
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