Shedeur Sanders Faces Mixed NFL Draft Projections After College Career Ends

Despite strong college stats, some scouts question Sanders' first-round potential, while others see him as a top pick contender.

Shedeur Sanders concluded his senior season at Colorado with a loss to BYU in the Alamo Bowl, throwing two touchdowns and two interceptions in a 36-14 defeat.
Sanders finished the season leading FBS quarterbacks with a 74% completion rate, amassing 4,134 passing yards and 37 touchdowns.
NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported that some scouts do not grade Sanders as a first-round pick, citing skepticism about his transition to the NFL.
Sanders is competing with Miami's Cam Ward and teammate Travis Hunter, a Heisman-winning two-way player, for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Sanders acknowledged Colorado's underperformance in the bowl game on his podcast, calling the loss a disappointing end to his college career.