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NFL hopeful Shedeur Sanders was expected to have a shot in the first round of the April 24, 2025, NFL Draft. As fans and the Sanders family waited for the quarterback’s name to be called. On the day of the draft, Sanders tweeted, “I’m built for whatever today may bring.”
Prior to getting drafted, Shedeur experienced a prank call that got his hopes up about being selected in the 2025 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons. The call was made by defensive coach Jeff Ulbrich’s son, Jax Ulbrich, who told him, “We’re going to take you with our next pick, man, but you’re going to have to wait a little bit longer, man. Sorry about that.”
Jax later apologized in a statement on Instagram, writing, “I’m so sorry I took away from your moment, it was selfish and childish. I could never imagine getting ready to celebrate one of the greatest moments of your life and I made a terrible mistake and messed with that moment. Thank you for accepting my call earlier today, I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me.”
So, what team will Sanders play for?
Below, get updates on Sanders and find out what team drafted him.
Who Is Shedeur Sanders?
Sanders is a 23-year-old award-winning football player, who was once rated a four-star prospect. After playing two seasons for the Jackson State Tigers, the Texas native won the 2021 Jerry Rice Award — a recognition given to the most outstanding freshmen football player in the NCAA Division 1 Football Championship Subdivision — and went on to play for the Colorado Buffaloes. In 2022, Sanders received the Deacon Jones Trophy, which recognizes the best all-around collegiate American football player of the year among teams from HBCUs (historically black colleges and universities). Thanks to a successful stint with the Buffaloes, Colorado announced in 2025 that they would retire Sanders’ jersey number.
With more than 2 million Instagram followers, Sanders has amassed a large following.
Sanders’ father, Deion Sanders, is also the head coach at Colorado. He previously worked as the Jackson State Tigers’ head coach as well.
Did Shedeur Sanders Get Drafted?
Sanders’ name did not get called during round one of the NFL Draft — to the shock of many fans. One day after the first round, Sanders admitted that he and his family “didn’t expect” this result, according to Fox News.
“We all didn’t expect this, of course, but I feel like with God, anything possible, everything possible,” he said on April 25. “I don’t feel like this happened for no reason. All of this is, of course, fuel to the fire. Under no circumstances did we all know this was going to happen, but we understand we on to bigger and better things.”
On April 26, Sanders’ name was finally called, and he was drafted.
Why Wasn’t Shedeur Sanders Drafted?
It’s a question that fans and Sanders’ family are wondering — why wasn’t the QB drafted in the first round? Even Deion previously said he believed his son would get selected, but a few football coaches and sports commentators have criticized Sanders for his attitude and behavior.
NBC Sports reported that Sanders was favored to be the first pick in the second round of the draft, which took place on April 25, 2025. However, he went undrafted for the day once again. Afterward, the athlete took to X to share a positive mindset about the situation.
“Another day another opportunity to get a chance to play the game I love,” Sanders tweeted, adding, “Thank you GOD #LEGENDARY.”
What Team Is Shedeur Sanders On?
Sanders played for the Colorado Buffaloes from 2023 through 2024. Prior to that, he played for the Jackson State Tigers. It’s unclear what NFL team could potentially selected Sanders.
The Browns drafted Sanders in round five of the NFL Draft.
