Shedeur Sanders' NFL Draft Stock Remains Volatile as Teams Weigh Risks and Rewards

Projected as a first-round pick, Sanders is a potential top-10 selection despite concerns about his interview demeanor and high sack rate.

Shedeur Sanders is expected to be a first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, with analysts projecting him to go as high as No. 3 to the Giants or as low as No. 21 to the Steelers.
The Cleveland Browns, holding the No. 2 pick, have shown interest but are also exploring veteran quarterbacks like Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers, casting doubt on their plans for Sanders.
The New York Jets, holding the No. 7 pick, are considered a likely destination for Sanders if he falls out of the top five, despite their recent signing of Justin Fields.
Concerns about Sanders' interview performance and perceived arrogance, along with his high sack rate in college, have raised questions about his NFL readiness and system-specific fit.
Sanders' draft position could significantly impact the strategies of quarterback-needy teams and the stock of other top prospects like Travis Hunter and Abdul Carter.