Height: 6'2", 1.85 m | Weight: 215 lbs, 96 kg
Position: Quarterback | College: Colorado
40 time: 4.68 seconds
📍 Background
Born in Texas. Shedeur Sanders Played quarterback for his high school team, earning 47 wins in 52 games with the team. Ranked in the top 10 in wins at the high school level at the time of graduation. Rated as a 4-star recruit. Started his college career at Jackson State. Spent two seasons there, leading the team to conference wins twice. Then followed his father to Colorado and played two more years there. Best offensive player in the Big XII this past season, winner of the Johnny Unitas Award as the best college quarterback among college seniors.
📊 Stats
- Passing Yards: 3,222
- Passing Touchdowns: 27
- Rushing Touchdowns: 4
✅ Strengths
- Very quick to read the game and process information, making adjustments to the play
- High accuracy on short and medium throws
- Maintains composure under pressure
- Compact release of the ball, allowing him to throw from a variety of angles
- Minimal risk-taking, very good touchdown-to-interception ratio
- Mobile, though he rarely uses it
⚠️ Weaknesses
- Has trouble with complex defensive formations, doesn't always react quickly to blitzes
- Has too much faith in his arm accuracy, which may not work against NFL cornerbacks
- Often over-holds the ball, getting unnecessary sacks
📝 Draft Outlook & NFL Fit
Shedeur Sanders enters the 2025 NFL Draft as one of the top quarterback prospects in what’s considered an undersized class. With a proven track record, elite mental processing speed, and a calm presence in the pocket, he has the tools to succeed at the next level.
The best fit for Sanders would be a system that emphasizes quick reads and short-range timing throws—similar to what’s used by the 49ers, Dolphins, or Saints. With the right coaching and supporting cast, he could become a starter early in his career.
⭐ Draft Projection: Round 1 (Top 15 Potential)
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