Despite that, Schefter and colleague Mel Kiper Jr., the latter of whom rated Sanders as the top QB in the 2025 class, expressed extreme shock that not a single franchise made a bet on the Colorado star ahead of the draft's final day. As for his part, Sanders took to X with a brief and positive message.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter explained how Aaron Rodgers could’ve played a role in the Steelers passing on Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders. The 2025 NFL Draft was nearly four rounds done with Pittsburgh passing on Sanders once again.

The ESPN reporter went on the Worldwide Leader’s airwaves in a hoodie, necktie and suit jacket, a questionable combination that set the internet up for a field day.