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Shedeur Sanders' NFL Draft Slide Shifts Focus to Day 2

Projected as a top-five pick, Sanders remains undrafted after the first round, with teams like the Browns, Steelers, and Jets emerging as potential suitors.

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ASU Sun Devils defensive lineman Anthonie Cooper (96) tries to block the pass of Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) at Mountain America Stadium.
Jan 14, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders laughs as he watches the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Denver Nuggets during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Shedeur Sanders, once a top-five draft prospect, was not selected in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, surprising analysts and fans.
  • Criticism of Sanders' predraft decisions, including skipping key events like the Shrine Bowl and Combine, and poor interview performance contributed to his draft slide.
  • Public defense from family members and analysts, including Deion Sanders and Mel Kiper Jr., highlights the ongoing debate over his NFL readiness and potential.
  • Betting markets faced small losses as Sanders' unexpected slide disrupted predictions, with oddsmakers now favoring the Browns as his likely landing spot on Day 2.
  • Quarterback-needy teams such as the Cleveland Browns, Pittsburgh Steelers, and New York Jets are seen as leading candidates to draft Sanders in the second round.