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The fallout from Shedeur Sanders’ unexpected slide in the 2025 NFL Draft has taken a dramatic legal turn. A Colorado Buffaloes fan, identified as John Doe, has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the NFL, alleging that league-wide collusion and slanderous narratives were responsible for Sanders falling to the fifth round. The lawsuit, filed in a U.S. District Court in Atlanta, accuses the NFL of violating antitrust laws, civil rights protections, and consumer trust in the draft process.
Sanders, who was widely projected as a first-round pick, was expected to be one of the first quarterbacks off the board after leading college football in completion percentage in 2024 and guiding the Colorado Buffaloes to a nine-win season-their best since 2014. However, he fell to pick No. 144, where the Cleveland Browns traded up to select him deep into Day 3 of the draft.
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Doe alleges that Sanders’ pre-draft interview performance was unfairly criticized, leading to slanderous media narratives that damaged his reputation. The complaint suggests that NFL teams colluded to push Sanders down draft boards, violating the Sherman Antitrust Act, and also raises concerns of racial bias influencing his fall, citing the Civil Rights Act. Additionally, the lawsuit claims that the NFL misrepresented the drafting process, misleading fans about how teams evaluate prospects.
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The lawsuit is unprecedented, as fan-driven litigation against the NFL over a draft result is virtually unheard of. Historically, draft positions fluctuate based on evaluations, team needs, and pre-draft narratives. While draft-day surprises are common, Doe’s complaint insists Sanders’ fall was not coincidental, but rather the result of an orchestrated effort to suppress his value.
Legal experts have expressed skepticism about the case’s viability. Antitrust claims require proof of explicit collusion, and allegations of racial discrimination would need to demonstrate a clear and provable pattern. The consumer protection argument-which asserts that fans were misled about the drafting process-faces an uphill battle in court, as player evaluations and team decisions are inherently subjective.
At the time of publication, the NFL has not issued a statement regarding the lawsuit. Sanders, meanwhile, is focusing on his transition to the Cleveland Browns, where he joins a crowded quarterback room with Deshaun Watson, Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and fellow rookie Dillon Gabriel. While the Browns have publicly stated that Sanders will be given an opportunity to compete for the starting job, many analysts believe his role in Cleveland remains uncertain, with trade speculation swirling.
The lawsuit raises broader questions about player evaluations, media narratives, and fairness in the NFL draft process. While Sanders’ fall was shocking, it is far from the first time a highly touted prospect has slid down draft boards due to concerns-real or exaggerated. Whether this lawsuit gains traction or fades quickly will depend on how the courts interpret Doe’s allegations and whether any substantial evidence of wrongdoing emerges.
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