Shedeur Sanders has been a name buzzing all over college football, but as the 2025 NFL Draft creeps closer, some NFL teams are pumping the brakes on his first-round hype. The Colorado quarterback, fresh off a standout 2024 season with 4,134 passing yards and 37 touchdowns, per NCAA stats, seemed like a lock for a top pick.
Yet, chatter from league insiders suggests he’s not the golden ticket some fans think. “NFL teams don’t think Shedeur Sanders is ‘worthy’ of a first-round pick,” the report dropped, stirring up a storm among draft watchers and fans alike.
Sanders’ tape is a mixed bag-he’s got a slick 74.2% completion rate, tops in the nation, and a knack for clutch plays that turned Colorado into a 9-4 squad. But here’s the rub: “Teams are cooling on him,” an insider told The Spun, pointing to his arm strength-or lack thereof-as a red flag.
Scouts love his poise, sure, but they’re whispering he underthrows deep balls and struggles when the pocket gets messy, taking 52 sacks last year behind a shaky line. Social media posts are popping off, and one fan vented: “Shedeur’s not top-10 if he can’t zip it downfield,” while another fired back, “He’s got grit-teams are sleeping!“
NFL teams cool on Shedeur, first-round dreams slip
The vibe’s shifting fast. ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. had him pegged at No. 5 in February, but this insider buzz hints he could slide. “His interviews didn’t wow anyone,” a scout spilled, suggesting Sanders’ brash vibe -like his “I’m QB1” swagger- rubbed some GMs the wrong way. Trending chatter backs that up: “Arrogant or confident? NFL’s split,” one X user mused. Still, his dad, Deion Sanders, isn’t sweating it. “He’s the best fit for any team needing a leader,” Coach Prime boasted on Get Up last month.
Physical tools aside, Sanders’ 151.7 QB rating and 14 TDs against blitzes scream potential. But with Miami’s Cam Ward stealing the QB1 crown and a thin class at the top, teams like the Titans or Giants might balk.
“He’s a wild card, top-six or bust,” another scout told The Spun. X fans are torn: “Give me Ward over Sanders any day,” one argued, while another begged, “Raiders, snag him at 6!” So, Shedeur’s draft stock’s a rollercoaster whose ride’s just starting.
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