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Will Shedeur Sanders Find Home On Day 3? NFL Draft News, Rumors

The final day of the 2025 NFL Draft has arrived, and former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders is still waiting to hear his name called after Travis Hunter went to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Stay here for the latest rumors, betting odds and predictions.

Jack Carlough

Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) talks to ESPN after the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) talks to ESPN after the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images / Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
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The day has finally arrived. In mere hours, former Colorado Buffaloes superstars Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter are expected to hear their names called in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Whether it's the quarterback Sanders or the cornerback/wide receiver Hunter, one will make history on Thursday evening by becoming the first immediate former Colorado player selected in the NFL Draft since offensive lineman Will Sherman went to the New England Patriots in 2021.

This article will be updated with the latest NFL Draft predictions, news and rumors.

Shedeur Sanders optimistic about Day 3

Before the start of the fourth round, Shedeur Sanders shared another hopeful message on X.

Cleveland Browns pass on Shedeur twice early in second round

There was hope that the Cleveland Browns would select Shedeur Sanders with either the No. 33 or No. 36 pick. That didn't happen. Former UCLA linebacker Carson Schwesinger went No. 33 and former Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins was selected three picks later by the Browns.

Tyler Shough to be picked over Shedeur?

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, there's a possibility that former Louisville Cardinals quarterback Tyler Shough will be picked ahead of Shedeur Sanders during Day 2 of the NFL Draft.

"I won't be surprised if Tyler Shough goes ahead of Shedeur Sanders tonight (Friday)," Schefter said. "Can you imagine if Jaxson Dart and Tyler Shough both wind up being drafted ahead of Shedeur Sanders? I think there are not a lot of teams that love the idea of drafting Shedeur."

Cleveland Browns, New York Giants and Las Vegas Raiders pass on Shedeur Sanders

The Browns (No. 5), Giants (No. 3) and Raiders (No. 6) were all linked to Shedeur Sanders throughout the pre-draft process but all three passed on the Colorado quarterback. Now, all signs point to Sanders going to the Pittsburgh Steelers with the No. 21 overall pick. The New Orleans Saints (No. 9) are also a less-likely possibility.

Sanders has officially fallen out of the top-10.

Cleveland Browns to trade No. 2 overall draft pick?

The Cleveland Browns, who have been consistently linked to former Colorado Buffaloes star Travis Hunter, are taking trade calls, according to a report.

Shedeur Sanders and family celebrating in style at home in Texas

Instead of attending the draft in Green Bay, Shedeur Sanders is celebrating with friends and family, including father Deion Sanders, in Texas.

Travis Hunter receives special gift from fianceé ahead of NFL Draft

Shedeur Sanders, New York Giants meeting

A report from NFL analyst Todd McShay stated that Sanders' meeting with New York Giants coach Brian Daboll "did not go particularly well." Sanders has been the center of a lot of varying opinions on his interviews. The Giants have the No. 3 overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft.

The report continued to say there was "some frustration between the two regarding Sanders’ preparation of an install package."

Shedeur Sanders' final pre-draft message?

How to watch

Apr 23, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; A general overall view of the 2025 NFL Draft stage at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirb
Apr 23, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; A general overall view of the 2025 NFL Draft stage at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images / Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The first round of the 2025 NFL Draft is set to begin at 6 p.m. MT in Green Bay, Wisconsin. All three days of the NFL Draft will be televised on NFL Network, ABC and ESPN platforms.

Rounds two and three will begin Friday at 5 p.m. MT. The fourth-seventh rounds begin Saturday at 10 a.m. MT.

Travis Hunter's father allowed permission to attend NFL Draft

One of the best stories leading into the draft, Hunter's father, Travis Hunter Sr., has been granted permission to attend the NFL Draft in Green Bay, according to ESPN. The elder Hunter is currently serving a three-year probation.

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Shilo and Shedeur Sanders planning to stream draft on Twitch

In the latest Well Off Media YouTube video, former Colorado safety and fellow NFL Draft prospect Shilo Sanders revealed that he and his younger brother, Shedeur, are planning to stream the draft live on Twitch.

Colorado coach Deion Sanders says it's all about family

ESPN's Dan Orlovsky shares strong final thoughts on Shedeur Sanders

"I think Shedeur is going to go No. 21 to the Steelers tonight," Orlovsky said. "Everything that you hear is that there's people in their building that are very important decision-makers that really like Shedeur. I do think he goes No. 21."

Shedeur Sanders sets the stage

More buzz linking Shedeur Sanders to Pittsburgh Steelers

In his newsletter, NFL Draft analyst Todd McShay shared his belief that Sanders will slide far enough for the Pittsburgh Steelers to grab him with the No. 21 overall pick. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin reportedly "hit it off" with Sanders and needs a franchise quarterback.

"Based on conversations I’m having with people in the league, there’s a growing sense that Sanders will be the pick at 21," McShay wrote. "As I’ve said multiple times over the past couple of weeks, Mike Tomlin and Sanders did hit it off during the pre-draft process—any reports to the contrary are false."

Colorado's NFL Draft Prospects

Other former Colorado players looking to hear their names called include wide receivers Jimmy Horn Jr., LaJohntay Wester and Will Sheppard, linebacker LaVonta Bentley, safety Cam'Ron Silmon-Craig, defensive end BJ Green II, punter Mark Vassett and defensive tackles Chidozie Nwankwo and Shane Cokes.

Betting Odds

According to Fan Duel, the Pittsburgh Steelers (No. 21 pick) are the favorite to select Shedeur Sanders at -150. The New York Giants (No. 3) follow at +600, the Cleveland Browns (No. 2) are +650 and the New Orleans Saints (No. 9) sit +750.

Hunter is heavily favored to land with the Browns at -9000, followed by the Giants at +1100, Tennessee Titans (No. 1 overall) at +5000 and New England Patriots (No. 4) at +11000.

Predictions

  • In his final mock draft, NFL.com's Daniel Jeremiah predicts Hunter will land with the Browns and Sanders will slide to the Steelers.
  • Pete Prisco of CBS Sports also has Hunter going to Cleveland, but didn't include Sanders anywhere on his final first-round mock draft.
  • ESPN's Peter Schrager mocked Hunter to the Browns and Sanders to the Steelers.

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Jack Carlough
JACK CARLOUGH

Jack Carlough graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in journalism and minors in business and sports media. Born and raised in the Boulder area, Jack was the head sports editor of the CU Independent during his college career. More recently, he spent over three years as the managing editor of Colorado Buffaloes Wire, part of the USA Today Sports network. Other publications Jack has written for include the Boulder Daily Camera, Left Hand Valley Courier and SB Nation’s Ralphie Report.

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