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As the 2025 NFL Draft looms on the horizon, few names carry as much weight or spark as much debate as Shedeur Sanders. The son of NFL icon Deion Sanders, Shedeur has carved his own legacy at the University of Colorado, dazzling fans with a season that cemented him as arguably the best quarterback in the program’s history. This Thursday, under the lights of Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the first NFL Draft to be held in the state in more than 85 years, Sanders will take his next step into the pros.
But his journey is fraught with controversy: Colorado’s decision to retire his No. 2 jersey alongside teammate Travis Hunter’s No. 12 has raised eyebrows. While Hunter’s Heisman win and NFL projection make a strong case for the honor, some argue that retiring Shedeur’s number feels more like a marketing stunt than a nod to the team’s collective success. Love it or hate it, the jerseys are off the rack, and now all eyes are on where this electrifying quarterback will land.
The draft begins with a near-certain move: the Tennessee Titans are poised to grab Miami’s Cam Ward with the top pick, a quarterback who happens to be a close friend of Sanders‘. Beyond that, the board is a wild card. For the first time all 32 NFL teams have a first-round selection, setting the stage for a flurry of trades that could shake up the order. Shedeur, with his arm talent and poise, is undeniably a prospect who could flip the script on this draft, potentially going as high as a top-five pick or sliding to a team like the Pittsburgh Steelers at No. 21. The Cleveland Browns and New York Giants, sitting at picks two and three, are reportedly open to trading their spots, adding even more suspense to Sanders’ fate.
Where Might Shedeur Sanders End Up?
The New York Giants cast a shadow over Sanders, scouting him relentlessly. Team brass has trekked to nearly every one of his games, crashed his practices, and even hosted him for a private workout in Boulder just a week before the draft. It’s no secret they’re smitten-but whispers around the league suggest not everyone in the Giants’ front office is sold. Sanders has made it clear he wants a team fully behind him, and if New York wavers, they could miss their chance or try to trade back into the round to grab him later. With the Browns lacking a reliable quarterback for next season, they’re a dark horse at No. 2, though their willingness to trade could open the door for another suitor.
Down in New Orleans, the Saints are a long shot at No. 9. They haven’t taken a quarterback in the first round since Archie Manning in 1971, and despite Derek Carr nursing a balky shoulder, their interest in Sanders seems lukewarm. Only a handful of coaches showed up for his pro day, and key play-callers were conspicuously absent.
Meanwhile, the Pittsburgh Steelers lurk at No. 21. Originally not in the market for a first-round QB, they’re now rethinking their strategy as Sanders’ stock fluctuates. Shedeur has dropped hints about wanting to wear black and gold, and if he slips past the top 10, Pittsburgh could pounce – or a desperate team could leapfrog them in a trade. If he falls beyond that, a slide into the early second round isn’t out of the question, though it’s hard to imagine him staying that long.
A Draft Full of Drama
Shedeur Sanders isn’t just another name on the draft board, let’s give him the benefit of the doubt and believe he’s the spark that could ignite chaos. With teams jockeying for position and the potential for blockbuster trades, his landing spot will send ripples through the league. Will he don Giants blue, bring swagger to the Saints, or follow his gut to Pittsburgh? Perhaps an unexpected team will swoop in to steal him. Wherever he goes, Sanders carries the weight of his father’s legacy and the promise of his own glory. As the draft unfolds at Lambeau, one thing is certain: Shedeur Sanders is the prospect everyone will be talking about.
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