Shedeur Sanders remains undrafted as NFL draft continues

Shedeur Sanders, once considered a likely first-round pick in the 2025 NFL draft, experienced a dramatic and highly publicized slide as teams repeatedly passed on him through the second and third rounds. Despite impressive college statistics and playing under his father, Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, concerns emerged about his ability to transition to the NFL, including his high number of sacks taken, questions about his arm strength, and doubts regarding his adaptability outside his father's system. His draft fall drew national attention and even prompted former President Donald Trump to publicly criticize teams for overlooking Sanders, calling him 'all set for Greatness.' Analysts noted that Sanders' decision to skip certain pre-draft events, along with ambiguity around his leadership qualities, may have contributed to teams' hesitancy. Meanwhile, quarterbacks Jalen Milroe and Dillon Gabriel were selected in the third round by the Seahawks and Browns, respectively, further fueling speculation about why Sanders was repeatedly overlooked. The situation has sparked debate over whether the decision was based on football concerns, personality perceptions, or broader team fit questions.