As the 2025 NFL Draft moves into its final rounds, a major question remains: Will Shilo Sanders, brother of Shedeur, hear his name called? The Colorado safety is among the more intriguing defensive prospects, but after 12 safeties have already been selected, Sanders’ future is still uncertain.
Shilo Sanders’ NFL Draft Prospects: A Look at the Safety Class of 2025
Shilo Sanders, son of NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, has built a reputation based on more than just his famous last name. Known for his physicality, football IQ, and knack for creating turnovers, Sanders was a standout at Colorado during the 2024 season.
He recorded 70 tackles and electrified fans with an 80-yard pick-six against rival Colorado State. His ability to read plays and react quickly made him a critical leader on the Buffaloes’ defense.
One of Sanders’ biggest assets is his versatility. He can play both free and strong safety positions, giving him flexibility that teams crave. His instincts, aggressive tackling style, and ability to make game-changing plays have made him a player worth watching.
However, concerns about his durability have clouded his draft stock. Sanders has battled injuries throughout his college career, and questions about his ability to stay healthy at the next level linger among scouts and general managers. Despite his talent, those health concerns could be the factor that keeps him from being selected.
Currently, Sanders does not appear on the 250-player B/R NFL Scouting Department big board. He sits at No. 370 on the NFL Mock Draft Database consensus big board, meaning he’s a long shot to hear his name called before pick No. 257, the draft’s final selection.
Still, if Sanders goes undrafted, it likely won’t be the end of the road. Undrafted free agency offers a second chance for players like him, and several NFL teams could be interested once the draft wraps up.
Teams That Could Still Use Safety Help
Heading into the draft, several teams listed safety as a top-five need
- Atlanta Falcons
- Buffalo Bills
- Carolina Panthers
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Dallas Cowboys
- Houston Texans
- Indianapolis Colts
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Miami Dolphins
- Minnesota Vikings
- New Orleans Saints
- New York Jets
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Many of these teams have already addressed the safety position either through the draft or free agency. The Falcons and Saints, for example, made moves early to shore up their secondaries. Other teams like the Bills, Panthers, Cowboys, and Texans have added or re-signed safety talent.
However, the Cincinnati Bengals and Tampa Bay Buccaneers still have lingering needs at the safety position. These two franchises could be prime destinations for Sanders, either with a late-round pick or as a priority free agent once the draft concludes.
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While the clock is ticking, Sanders’s combination of football intelligence, physical style, and playmaking ability could convince a team to take a chance on him.
Whether drafted or signed as a UDFA, Shilo Sanders seems poised to get his shot at the NFL, and he’s determined to prove he belongs.
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