As the 2025 NFL Draft moves into Day 3, Shedeur Sanders remains one of the most intriguing names still on the board. While his surprising slide has been the headline of the draft so far, there are still plenty of teams that could be ideal landing spots for the former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback.
Sanders has improved his pocket presence, timing, and ball placement throughout the past season, showing toughness and a willingness to challenge defenders on difficult throws. While he lacks elite size and athleticism, when Sanders is in rhythm, he can make his pass catchers shine. Here are the five best fits for Sanders as Day 3 unfolds.
Top 3 Landing Spots for Shedeur Sanders on Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft
Pittsburgh Steelers
This is perhaps the most popular and logical fit for Shedeur Sanders. The Steelers currently have Mason Rudolph slated as their starter, which isn’t ideal for a franchise with playoff hopes.
Bringing Sanders into the fold could at least raise the floor of the offense. Pittsburgh has a history of developing quarterbacks and could provide Sanders with a great environment to grow without immediate pressure to start. With a strong supporting cast and stable leadership, Sanders could thrive if given time to adjust to the pro level.
Las Vegas Raiders
Landing Sanders would be a headline-grabbing move for the Raiders. Las Vegas already brought in Geno Smith this offseason, but Smith is set to turn 35 this year. Drafting Sanders would allow the Raiders to groom a potential successor under the veteran’s mentorship.
The move would give Sanders time to develop and keep the Raiders relevant in the media—something owner Mark Davis wouldn’t mind. In a few years, Sanders could be ready to take over the starting role in a city that loves big names and big moments.
Dallas Cowboys
If Jerry Jones sees an opportunity to draft Shedeur Sanders, it might be too tempting to pass up. It would give the Cowboys a talented developmental quarterback behind Dak Prescott and Joe Milton and stir rumors about Deion Sanders eventually joining the Cowboys’ coaching staff.
Shedeur would benefit from sitting and learning behind established veterans while being part of one of the NFL’s biggest brands. It’s a low-risk, high-upside move for America’s Team.
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As Day 3 continues, these teams offer Shedeur Sanders the best chance to find a home where he can develop into a quality NFL starter, and possibly silence all the doubters from this surprising draft slide.
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