CLEVELAND, OH – The 2025 NFL Draft’s biggest shocker wasn’t a first-round pick—it was who wasn’t picked. Shedeur Sanders, Colorado’s record-breaking quarterback and Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year, watched as all 32 teams passed on him in Thursday’s opening round—despite projections slotting him as a top-10 talent earlier this offseason.
Now, even former President Donald Trump is weighing in, unleashing a fiery critique of NFL decision-makers on Truth Social:
“What is wrong with NFL owners, are they STUPID? Deion Sanders was a great player and an even greater coach. Shedeur has PHENOMENAL GENES and is built for greatness. Any team that wants to WIN should pick him IMMEDIATELY!”
POTUS TO NFL OWNERS: PICK SHEDEUR! pic.twitter.com/oWQbwuFn0b
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) April 25, 2025
The Stats Don’t Lie
Sanders’ 2024 résumé makes the snub even more baffling:
✅ 74% completion rate (school record)
✅ 4,134 yards | 37 TD passes | 4 rushing TDs
✅ Big 12 Offensive POTY | AP All-American
Yet concerns over scheme fit, pressure struggles, and his 5-game skid to close Colorado’s season may have spooked GMs.
What’s Next?
The Cleveland Browns hold the first pick of Round 2 (No. 33 overall)—will they end Sanders’ wait? Or will a QB-needy team like the Las Vegas Raiders (No. 44) or New Orleans Saints (No. 45) pounce?
One thing’s clear: The draft’s second night just got must-watch TV.
Stay with Big12sportz for live updates. #NFLDraft | #ShedeurSaga
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