The third day of the NFL draft drew a record-setting 4.3 million viewers across ESPN, NFL Network, ABC, ESPN Deportes and digital channels, as fans eagerly tuned in to see when the shocking slide of Shedeur Sanders would end.

Shedeur Sanders went from being a projected top pick to going in the fifth round during the 2025 NFL Draft. The massive slide left many wondering why the Colorado Buffaloes quarterback was passed on by many teams.

WHAT OTHERS SAID: The main criticisms against Sanders’ football skills are that he takes too many sacks, isn’t overly athletic and doesn’t have great arm strength. He had opportunities during the pre-draft process to address those concerns but didn't always take advantage of opportunities to work out for scouts.