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Shedeur Sanders’ Draft Stock Plummets as NFL Teams Make Surprising Choices
Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders experienced a dramatic slide down the 2025 NFL Draft boards, a development that unfolded while he watched from Texas. Despite initial projections placing him as a potential top-five pick favored by teams such as the New York Giants, Sanders witnessed his draft prospects dwindle as the night progressed during the draft held in Green Bay.
From Top Prospect to Waiting Game
Months prior to the draft, Shedeur, son of NFL legend and current Colorado head coach Deion Sanders, was considered a prime candidate to be selected early, even potentially by the New York Giants.
However, as teams passed on him, particularly after the Giants pursued alternative options, it became evident that his best opportunity for a first-round selection hinged on a potential trade-up by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Steelers’ Decision Dashes Hopes
When the Steelers opted to select Oregon defensive tackle Derrick Harmon as the 21st overall pick, cameras captured Sanders’ visible disappointment. This moment appeared to extinguish any remaining hope of Sanders being chosen in the first round.
Giants’ Unexpected Move Adds to the Drama
Unexpectedly, the Giants orchestrated a trade to move back into the first round, reigniting speculation that Sanders might still land in New York. Given the prior rumors connecting the two, many believed that Sanders would be heading to the Big Apple.
Instead, the Giants surprised many by selecting Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart.
Selection Shockwaves
- The decision positioned Sanders for a selection no earlier than the second day of the draft.
- Also, effectively removing a quarterback-needy team from the list of potential suitors.
Earlier Picks Influence Sanders’ Position
Earlier in the evening, the Tennessee Titans selected Miami quarterback Cam Ward with the first overall selection, influencing the landscape of available quarterbacks.
Recent History of Quarterback Draft Slides
Sanders’ experience mirrors similar declines in draft positioning encountered by other quarterbacks in recent years, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the NFL Draft selection process.
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