As the 2024 NFL Draft came to a close, attention has now shifted towards the upcoming class of 2025. In a way-too-early mock draft from CBS Sports NFL Draft expert Ryan Wilson, Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders, son of NFL star and Colorado head coach Deion Sanders, is projected as the top pick. Sanders is considered a potential top selection for the 2025 class, with some experts even saying he would have been a top choice had he entered the 2024 draft.
Despite a 3-0 start to the season, Sanders’ Buffaloes struggled in 2023, losing seven of their final eight games. The high-powered offense led by Sanders averaged 30.8 points per game, but the defense gave up 38 points per game. Sanders found more success at Jackson State before moving to Colorado with his father. Despite not entering the 2024 draft, he was highly regarded by NFL evaluators and considered a first-round pick had he decided to go through the process.
While it is unlikely that Sanders would have surpassed Caleb Williams as the top quarterback in the 2024 class, he has demonstrated his talent on the field. In his time at Jackson State and Colorado, Sanders showcased his passing ability, completing a high percentage of his throws with a good touchdown to interception ratio. Along with the highly-touted Travis Hunter, Sanders joined his father at Colorado, where he continued to impress with his skills at the Power 5 level.