Ain’t no way Shedeur Sanders is slipping under the radar in this year’s NFL Draft chatter. Whether you’re a fan or a critic, his name stays in the mix—without even lacing up for the Combine. Just his presence, his words, and that undeniable Prime Time pedigree got people buzzing. But here’s the wild part—his draft stock is all over the place. One minute, he’s locked in as a top-three pick; the next, he’s sliding down into mid-first round discussions. Some see a future franchise QB; others think he’s teetering between confidence and straight-up cockiness, but the internet ain’t seeing him as Top 3.
On March 16th, ‘NFL Notification’ took it to X with footage of Shedeur Sanders prepping for the draft, making NFL throws. That should’ve been a moment of praise, but instead, it opened the floodgates for another round of hate. Media and analysts are deliberately forcing Shedeur Sanders hate upon the public. The QB got crazy spotlight, but not all the chatter is good. Scouts love his coolness under pressure and sharp decision-making, but some ain’t sold on his physical tools holding up in the league. With questions on whether he’s got that next-level juice, the draft buzz around him is as mixed as it gets.
The Shedeur Sanders hate has gone too far.
He deserves to be a top 3 pick in the draft.
And he will be.
— NFL Notifications (@NFLNotify) March 16, 2025
No one’s questioning the arm talent. His numbers speak for themselves—over 3,200 yards and 30 touchdowns as a freshman at Jackson State, then a monstrous 3,732 yards and 40 TDs as a sophomore. First year at Colorado? Broke the school record with 510 passing yards in a single game. Even with a 4–8 record in 2023, he still posted 3,230 yards, 27 TDs, and kept his interceptions in check. Then in 2024, he led the Buffs to a 9–4 season, an Alamo Bowl berth, and earned Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year. But despite all that, there’s still doubt.
On top of everything, whispers from pre-draft meetings claim Shedeur came off as “brash” and “arrogant,” leaving teams split on whether he’s got the right mindset to lead an NFL locker room. Which has led to questions about his professionalism. And that’s how we got here—where the internet is having a field day with his draft stock.
The fans on the internet ain’t slowing down on the Shedeur Sanders hate train
So when ‘NFL Notification’ took to X, claiming, “The Shedeur Sanders hate has gone too far. He deserves to be a top 3 pick in the draft. And he will be”—the internet wasted zero time lighting the comment section on fire.
One fan started the party with: “He really doesn’t. The only reason there’s any Top Gun discussion about him is because he’s Deion’s kid.” Shedeur’s critics stay convinced that his last name is doing more heavy lifting than his actual play. But let’s be real—Deion Sanders didn’t win Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year; Shedeur did. His game is talking, but apparently, some folks only hear the Sanders part.
Another fan wasn’t fully dismissing Shedeur but kept it real: “He will be. Does he deserve to be? No. He is pumped up because of the importance of his position.” Translation: Quarterbacks always get premium treatment in the draft, and Shedeur’s riding that wave. Teams like the Giants, Titans, and Browns need a QB, and when demand is high, stock rises—even if everyone’s not sold on the product.
Then came the straight-up doubters…
“Why does he deserve it? What has he done?” Well, let’s check the résumé. Turned a 4–8 Colorado team into a 9–4 squad. Won the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year, and landed First-Team All-Big 12 honors. But hey, a little success just brings out the online critics, right?
Another user chimed in on the attitude concerns, “No, no he doesn’t. If teams don’t like his attitude or cockiness in interviews, they don’t have to draft him. Same thing happened to Josh Rosen a few years ago, so don’t give me the ‘it’s cuz he’s black’ thing. Also, the 1st pick in the draft is gonna be a black QB lol.” There’s no denying Shedeur’s confidence rubs people the wrong way. People mistake Shedeur Sanders’ confidence for arrogance. But comparisons to Josh Rosen? That’s a stretch, or maybe not. And while Cam Ward looks like a solid lock for QB1, Shedeur’s still in the mix—whether folks like it or not.
And finally, one fan took aim at the Browns rumors: “No. It’s no hate. It’s truth. He is no franchise QB. And no Top 10 talent. I pray that Browns see it clear and don’t waste No. 2 on him. They need elite talent like Graham/Carter/Hunter. And none of these QBs are near elite. 2026 has 5-6 elite QBs, then pick a QB.” Browns fans have been sweating over the Shedeur rumors, but now? The hype is cooling fast. This fan is basically begging the front office to look at Mason Graham, Abdul Carter, or even Heisman-winner Travis Hunter instead. And honestly? With the 2026 class looking stacked, they might just wait it out.
So where does this leave Shedeur Sanders? Still one of the most polarizing prospects in the draft. He’s got a pretty good arm, untamed confidence, and a great work ethic. But he also comes with concerns—pocket presence, sack numbers, and a personality that some teams might not be ready for. The debate ain’t stopping anytime soon. Top 3 pick? Mid-first round? Maybe even later? Only April will tell.
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