Shedeur Sanders Faces Scrutiny as NFL Draft Stock Falters
Reports of 'arrogance' during interviews and skipping workouts raise questions about Sanders' readiness, with Cam Ward emerging as a top quarterback contender.
- Shedeur Sanders' draft stock has reportedly dropped after he skipped Combine workouts and faced criticism for his demeanor in interviews with NFL teams.
- An anonymous quarterbacks coach described Sanders as 'brash' and 'arrogant,' with some teams reportedly finding him unprofessional or disinterested during meetings.
- Draft analysts and NFL insiders suggest that Sanders might fall out of the top 10 or even the first round, with Miami's Cam Ward gaining traction as a preferred quarterback prospect.
- Supporters argue that Sanders' confidence reflects self-assurance rather than arrogance, drawing comparisons to his father, Deion Sanders, a Hall of Famer known for his bold personality.
- Despite the criticism, Sanders has been praised by some NFL figures for his accuracy, football IQ, and leadership, leaving his draft fate uncertain but still promising.