Deion Sanders Criticizes Shedeur’s 2025 Draft Drop, Affects NFL Coaching Consideration
Deion Sanders, head football coach at the University of Colorado and former NFL star, recently voiced concerns about his son Shedeur Sanders’ 2025 NFL draft situation. During an interview on ESPN’s First Take, Sanders expressed reluctance to consider an NFL coaching position, attributing his stance to the challenges faced by Shedeur.
Shedeur Sanders’ Draft Experience
Shedeur Sanders entered the 2025 NFL draft with high expectations. Many analysts predicted he would be a first-round selection due to his standout performance at Colorado. However, he surprisingly dropped to the fifth round, where he was selected 144th overall by the Cleveland Browns. This staggering shift in draft position raised eyebrows across the football community.
Statistics and Achievements
- Completion Rate: 71.8%
- Total Passing Yards: 7,364
- Touchdowns: 64
- Interceptions: 13
- Draft Position: Sixth quarterback selected
Despite his impressive college resume, which included winning the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year, multiple factors contributed to his draft slide. An anonymous NFL executive suggested that Deion Sanders’ involvement may have negatively influenced scouts’ perceptions.
Coaching and Future Prospects
Deion Sanders transitioned into coaching after an illustrious playing career. He took the head coaching role at Jackson State in 2020, where he achieved a record of 27 wins and 6 losses over three seasons. In 2023, he moved to Colorado, bringing Shedeur and standout player Travis Hunter with him.
In his first season with the Buffaloes, Deion Sanders recorded only four wins but improved to nine victories in his second season. This progress marked a significant turnaround for the program.
Looking Ahead for Shedeur and Deion
Shedeur started the 2025 season fourth on the Browns’ depth chart. However, due to injuries and trades, he ascended to the starting role, playing the last seven games of the season. His stats included:
- Record: 3 wins, 4 losses
- Passing Completion Rate: 56.6%
- Passing Yards: 1,400
- Touchdowns: 7
- Interceptions: 10
- Rushing Yards: 169
- Rushing Touchdowns: 1
Looking ahead to the 2026 season, Shedeur has a chance to compete for the starting quarterback position under new head coach Todd Monken. Despite his son’s current optimism, Deion Sanders’ disappointment regarding the draft outcome remains evident, signaling his continued commitment to collegiate coaching at Colorado.
