Shedeur Sanders Addresses Historic NFL Draft Slide After Unexpected Free-Fall

Shedeur Sanders’ NFL Draft Slide Stuns Fans, Remains Optimistic

On a night that defied expectations, Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders, once projected as a top NFL draft pick, faced an unprecedented slide through the first three rounds. Despite being touted as a potential first-round talent, Sanders watched as five quarterbacks—Cam Ward, Jaxson Dart, Tyler Shough, Jalen Milroe, and Dillon Gabriel—were selected ahead of him.

The 22-year-old, who chose to stay home in Texas rather than attend the draft, appeared on a Twitch stream with his brother Shilo, another draft hopeful. Though visibly disappointed, Sanders remained resolute, stating, “God don’t make mistakes. We got faith in God no matter what… We ain’t worried about nothin’.” Earlier, he tweeted, “Thank you GOD for EVERYTHING,” reflecting his unwavering optimism.

Shedeur Sanders (left) remained composed during his unexpected draft slide.

A Historic Slide
Sanders’ fall stunned analysts. Once a projected top-three pick, he plummeted past 102 selections, including five quarterbacks. The Cleveland Browns, initially expected to target him at No. 33 or 36, passed twice. The New Orleans Saints then shocked viewers by picking Tyler Shough at No. 40, followed by Jalen Milroe (No. 92) and Dillon Gabriel (No. 94) in the third round.

Sanders’ name remained absent through three rounds, defying projections.

Political and Public Reactions
Former President Donald Trump weighed in, criticizing NFL owners: “What is wrong with NFL owners? Deion Sanders was a legend… Shedeur has PHENOMENAL GENES. He should be picked IMMEDIATELY.” Meanwhile, teams like the New York Giants and Tennessee Titans opted for defensive players, leaving Sanders undrafted.

Looking Ahead
Despite the setback, Sanders’ father, Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, and supporters remain confident. Shedeur’s resilience was evident as he vowed the snub would be “fuel to the fire.” With the draft concluding Saturday, his journey—whether as a late-round pick or an undrafted free agent—will be one to watch.

Trump called the draft decisions “STUPID” in a social media rant.

As the NFL world speculates on his future, Shedeur’s story underscores the unpredictable nature of the draft—and the unshakable faith driving his pursuit of greatness.

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