With less than two weeks left until the 2025 NFL Draft, uncertainty surrounds much of the first round after the expected No. 1 pick, Cam Ward from Miami Hurricanes. Penn State's Abdul Carter and Colorado's Travis Hunter are anticipated to follow closely in the draft due to their top-tier talent. Shedeur Sanders, son of NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders and Colorado's standout quarterback in 2024, lacks elite traits compared to Ward but offers accuracy, timing, and poise.
Sanders may face a wait to hear his name called in Round 1, with potential interest from teams like New Orleans, Pittsburgh, and possibly Cleveland and the New York teams. The draft order presents varying team needs and strategies, with prospects like Hunter, Carter, and Sanders drawing attention for their potential impact in the NFL.