NFL Draft News: Anonymous coach tore Shedeur Sanders apart for “righteous” players
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Shedeur Sanders It was one of the most heated debate options in this year's draft, but the former Colorado quarterback has received harsh criticism from anonymous coaches in the NFL, just days before he discovers his future.
Sanders is one of the quarterback options in the draft and holds the third pick with the New York Giants, but has a “long-term” NFL The assistant coach doesn't seem to buy it.
As scouts advance, Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders participated in the pass drill on Friday, April 4, 2025. (David Zalumowski/AP photo)
The coach recently told the NFL Network that Sanders was “the worst official interview I've ever attended in my life.”
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The coach continued: “He's such a name. He took unnecessary sacks. He never played on time. His body language was terrible. He blamed his teammates.” “But the biggest thing is that he's not that good.”
Another long-term executive responded to the sentiment, telling the media: “Our interview is not very good. He wants to decide what he is going to do, which is best for him. He makes you feel small.”
But Sanders, who is expected to be a first-round draft pick in Green Bay on Thursday night, is no stranger to censorship. His father, Deion Sanders, thinks it's because of his own legacy.
Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders speaks at an NFL football scout press conference in Indianapolis on Friday, February 28, 2025. (George Walker IV/AP photo)
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“When your last name is on your back, you will be attacked and ridiculed by opponents,” he said.
“We've won,” he told the critic. “We're from a private school. We've come from HBCU. We've won. Shedeur was selected. He went in the first round. Shilo is going to do his thing. All he needs is his chance. We win, man. We've won.”
Colorado head coach Deion Sanders left quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) talked to the second half of the NCAA college football game in Central Florida on Saturday, September 28, 2024. (Phelan M. Ebenhack/AP Photo)
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Sanders helped lead with 4,314 yards and 37 touchdowns last season with 10 interceptions buffalo Showing a record of 9-4 and bowl game. In his 50 college Olympics, Sanders made 14,347 yards and 134 touchdowns with 27 interceptions.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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