Shedeur Sanders (Photo via SNY)
Shedeur Sanders is facing criticism following comments he made while speaking to reporters at the NFL Scouting Combine this Friday.

The Colorado quarterback is headed to the pros after an impressive two-year spell with the Buffaloes, having previously played at Jackson State, where he also saw a good measure of success.

Sanders is projected to be a top pick in the upcoming NFL Draft and has dropped several hints regarding where he wants to play over the last few months, with the Giants and Raiders thought to be among his preferred choices.

While he will be playing without his father, Deion Sanders, for the first time, he’s keeping some of his mannerisms, including Coach Prime’s confidence and self-belief.

“We went from Jackson State to Colorado and changed two programs back to back. You don’t think I could come to an NFL franchise and change a program again?” he asked reporters after explaining his adaptability and his being able to fit into any offensive scheme.

 “It’s history, it’s always going to repeat itself,” he added.

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Fans Turned Off By Shedeur Sanders’ Comments

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (Troy Taormina-Imagn Images)
Shedeur’s comments were clearly too much for some fans.

“Ugh, please don’t draft him!” one urged.

“what did he change? he won on a minor level and played meh in colorado,” another claimed.

“What did he do in Colorado? All of his college ball was against easy opponents but when they played a tougher opponent they all don’t show up!  Colorado was just hype that’s all,” said a third.

Still, there were plenty of others who praised his attitude.

“Big fan of this young man’s confidence,” someone commented.

“I prefer Ward, but I think that’s a pretty dope quote,” said another.

“I want the Giants to draft this kid. Bring Prime Jr. to NY.,” a fan wrote.

Of course, Shedeur Sanders was only a part of what brought about change at Jackson State and Colorado. Wherever he goes, he’s going by himself, so it’s going to be a lot tougher turning a struggling NFL franchise around.

NFL Teams Reportedly Have One Real ‘Concern’ With Star QB Shedeur Sanders Ahead of NFL Draft

Nov 16, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) before the game against the Utah Utes at Folsom Field. Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
Somebody at the top of the NFL Draft is going to take former Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders.

Is there a chance he might fall?

Sanders and Cam Ward are pretty much unanimously considered the top two quarterbacks in this year’s class.

However, many have Ward as the leader based on one thing he can do well, which is something Sanders seems to struggle with.

Many teams reportedly have a genuine concern with Shedeur Sanders.

Per Sportskeeda’s Tony Pauline: “Teams I’ve spoken with are concerned Sanders showed no real progress in his game last season, unlike Ward, and that he will need a lot of coaching to rid some of the poor throwing fundamentals he displayed this past season.”

Teams are also concerned about his dad’s involvement, and Pauline believes that could also work in the Miami star’s favor.

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“The Deion factor, which I wrote about from Shrine Bowl practices, is a concern for franchises,” Pauline wrote. “If somehow Ward is not selected with the first pick, either by the Titans or a team that trades to the top spot, the Cleveland Browns would jump at the chance to take the Hurricanes quarterback when they are called to the clock with the second selection.”

In his senior season with Colorado, Sanders threw 4,134 yards, 37 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions through 13 games.

He finished eighth in the Heisman Trophy voting, with his teammate Travis Hunter winning the award.

Cam Ward passed for 4,313 yards and 39 touchdowns against seven interceptions and finished fourth in Heisman Trophy balloting.

Shedeur Sanders Not Throwing at 2025 NFL Scouting Combine

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – NOVEMBER 23: Quarterback Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes warms up prior to a game against the Kansas Jayhawks at Arrowhead Stadium on November 23, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images)
NFL scouts looking to see Shedeur Sanders throw in person will have to wait, as the former Colorado quarterback will forgo participation in any of the passing drills at the NFL Scouting Combine.

While the Combine also offers on-field workouts for players to continue to make their case to teams, Sanders has reportedly told teams he won’t participate in on-field throwing drills at the Combine, instead focusing on his interviews with teams.

Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reported Sanders will hold off on throwing until his Pro Day in Boulder, Colorado.