Overview

• Shedeur Sanders, once considered a top-five NFL Draft prospect, is now seeing his stock drop due to concerns over his rushing ability and pocket presence.
• Critics point to his negative rushing yard stats at Colorado and a tendency to hold the ball too long, averaging 3.00 seconds per throw, as significant red flags for NFL readiness.
• Despite leading Colorado to a 9–4 season in 2024 and earning Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year, questions about his confidence and attitude in pre-draft meetings have raised concerns among scouts.
• The Cleveland Browns, previously linked to Sanders with the No. 2 pick, are reportedly exploring veteran quarterbacks instead, including Kenny Pickett and Russell Wilson.
• Supporters argue Sanders' potential and standout college achievements, including a 74% completion rate and 4,134 passing yards in 2024, make him a high-upside choice despite his flaws.