It was supposed to be a coronation for Deion Sanders’ son and Colorado Buffaloes star Shedeur Sanders. Buffs’ star, Shedeur, once projected as a top-five pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, sat on the sidelines as Round 1 came and went.
The college football player wondered as his name was never called. While the controversies around his name might be blamed, for fans, particularly those eyeing Pittsburgh as a natural fit after Russell Wilson’s departure to New York, the omission was nothing short of baffling.
Chaos Unfolds Online As Shedeur Sanders’ Slide Sparks Meltdowns, Memes, and Mayhem
As the Steelers made their pick at No. 21, passing on Sanders for a defensive prospect, fans on X officially entered their villain era.
“Shedeur Sanders 100% unwanted meme,” one user chose to upload, capturing the collective heartbreak and confusion that washed over fans.
Another demanded answers from New Orleans, writing, “Get me Shedeur Sanders damn it! @Saints.”
The Saints had picked at No. 9 and passed, as had the Jets at seven and Las Vegas at six. Even the Giants, who held the No. 3 pick and later traded up to No. 25, took Jaxson Dart instead.
It wasn’t just his absence that baffled the fans. The analysis that followed Shedeur throughout mock drafts was targeted too.
“Mel Kiper is having a sunk cost fallacy kind of night re: Shedeur Sanders,” one post jabbed, adding, “Just admit you were wrong, it’s OK dude.”
To many, this wasn’t just a draft-day slip; it felt personal. It felt unreal.
“I don’t know if they trying to humble or humiliate Shedeur Sanders,” said another fan, echoing the sentiment of a community that had spent months preparing for Sanders to be one of the faces of this draft.
So, what exactly is going on with Shedeur Sanders?
By the numbers, his collegiate résumé speaks volumes. Over 50 games, the former Colorado quarterback racked up 14,347 passing yards, 134 touchdowns, and 27 interceptions. He completed over 70% of his throws and added 17 scores on the ground.
However, recent pre-draft narratives questioned his arm strength, decision-making under pressure, even ball-tapping, and, of course, the shadow of his father, Deion Sanders, began to grow louder in the weeks leading up to the draft.
Still, many saw Pittsburgh as a natural destination with Wilson gone, as the need for a long-term QB solution loomed large. However, when the Steelers chose otherwise, the internet cracked. Some fans laughed, some cried, and others simply posted memes to cope.
The speculation only grows as we head to Draft Day 2 tomorrow. Will he headline Day 2 and go early in Round 2, or will his slide continue into uncharted territory? Answers shall arrive in time.
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Meanwhile, it isn’t hard to admit that Shedeur Sanders has become the most polarizing storyline of the 2025 NFL Draft. As the memes multiply and the fanbase fractures into chaos, Sanders’ presence on the board raises more questions.
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