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Kyron Samuels

Kyron Samuels

Joined: Mar 4, 2025

Kyron Samuels is a former college and professional football player now a writer, analyst, & digital host. Kyron is a writer for USC Trojans on SI and contributes to Oregon Ducks on SI. A graduate and letterman at Jacksonville State University, Samuels was a three-year starter, two-time all-conference, and won three consecutive conference titles. After a four-year professional stint between the AFL & XFL, Samuels retired from football. In 2022, Samuels was inducted into the Fairhope Athletic Hall of Fame. Post-playing career, Samuels has become a credentialed sports media member covering the NFL, UFL, USFL, & college football. The NFL Combine, Reese’s Senior Bowl, & East-West Shrine Bowl are amongst the events Kyron has covered. As a guest and host, Samuels has been featured on ESPNRadio, FoxSportsRadio, & IHeartRadio. Outside of sports media, Samuels works as a scouting consultant and has experience coaching at the collegiate level.

Nov 29, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) before the game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Colorado Buffaloes' Shedeur Sanders Receives Final 2025 NFL Draft Grade

A notable former NFL scout and personnel assistant released his final big board, and Colorado Buffaloes' star Shedeur Sanders finishes as the 20th-ranked player in the 2025 class.

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Oct 24, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; University of Colorado Buffaloes football players Shedeur Sanders (L) and Travis Hunter (R) watch during the third period between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Lakers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter, Shedeur Sanders Praised In Final Pre-Draft Rankings

Ahead of the draft starting next Thursday, final position rankings and NFL big boards have been released. Colorado Buffaloes All-Americans Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders were ranked among the top players in the draft and at their positions.

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Nov 23, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) jogs onto the field during the game against the Kansas Jayhawks at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nick Tre. Smith-Imagn Images
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Colorado Buffaloes' Shedeur Sanders, Jared Goff Surprising NFL Comparison

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders was ranked 25th overall on a recent NFL draft big board, marking him as a selection worthy of a first-round draft pick. In addition to the ranking, Sanders was comped to Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff.

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Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) runs drills at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
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NFL Analyst Calls Travis Hunter Best NFL Draft Prospect Since John Elway

Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway is thought by many as the greatest NFL draft prospect of all time when he came out of Stanford in the early 80s. A prominent NFL analyst thinks Colorado Buffaloes superstar Travis Hunter is the best prospect since then.

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Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Colorado defensive back Travis Hunter (DB15) looks on during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Travis Hunter On Offense Or Defense? NFL Draft Evaluators Undecided

NFL evaluators and personnel, who attended the Colorado NFL Showcase, shared their thoughts about Travis Hunter's positional value. As usual, the bag of answers was varied and possible outcomes for Hunter and his role on the next level are wide ranging. 

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Sep 23, 2023; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) looks to throw during the second half against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-Imagn Images
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Colorado Buffaloes' Shedeur Sanders Compared To NFL Pro Bowl Quarterack Joe Burrow

Former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders, his accuracy, demeanor, and even physical attributes, has been compared to Cincinnati Bengals two-time Pro Bowl quarterback Joe Burrow. Burrow, who went No. 1 overall in the 2020 NFL Draft.

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Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) passes the ball at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
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New Orleans Saints, Kellen Moore Perfect Fit For Shedeur Sanders? 2025 NFL Draft

The 2025 NFL Draft is less than two weeks away, and one of the biggest stories heading into the festivities is where Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders will be picked. In a mock draft, Sanders was linked to the New Orleans Saints at nine.

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Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) makes a catch at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
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Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter Best Wide Receiver In 2025 NFL Draft?

Colorado Buffaloes two-way star Travis Hunter and his no-gloved NFL Showcase workout captivated spectators. Since then, his standing in the wide receiver class has been a major topic of discussion. Where does Hunter rank amongst the NFL Draft class?

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Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) runs drills at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
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Shedeur Sanders To Reverse Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Quarterback Drought?

The potential of a Cleveland Browns and Collorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders pairing appears to be a serious reality, even if Sanders isn’t taken No. 2 overall in the NFL Draft. That begs the question, can Sanders turn the franchise around?

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Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) catches a pass at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
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Travis Hunter Shows Off Receiver Skills During Colorado Buffaloes' NFL Showcase

Colorado Buffaloes Travis Hunter elected to participate in wide receiver drills and run routes at the Buffaloes NFL Showcase as opposed to any athletic testing and defensive back drills. Hunter has steadily gained momentum as a receiver on draft boards.

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Sep 2, 2023; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) celebrates a touchdown in the first quarter against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images
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Colorado Buffaloes Pro Day: Shedeur Sanders Most Difficult Evaluation Of NFL Draft Class?

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders threw publicly for the first time since the Alamo Bowl at Colorado’s NFL Showcase on Friday. Before the showcase, analysts weighed in on Sanders and his standing amongst the draft class.

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Mar 31, 2025; Palm Beach, FL, USA; Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski answers questions from the media during the NFL Annual League Meeting at The Breakers. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
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Cleveland Browns' Kevin Stefanski Highlights Shedeur Sanders' Character Before NFL Draft

At the annual NFL League Meetings, Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski spoke about Colorado Buffaloes All-American quarterback Shedeur Sanders, but with a different perspective than expected. 

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