Shedeur Sanders , once thought to be among the most intriguing quarterback prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft, remains surprisingly undrafted after the second round. Despite his impressive college career with the Colorado Buffaloes and the belief in his own ability to lead an NFL team, his name has yet to be called. What made Day 2 even more heartbreaking for the young quarterback wasn’t just being overlooked—it was a heartless prank call that caught him and his family off guard during an emotional moment.
NFL draft prank stuns Shedeur Sanders while his draft stock keeps sinking beyond round two
Shedeur Sanders came into the draft with confidence, bolstered by solid performances at Colorado and his undeniable pedigree as the son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders . But as Round 2 came to a close on Friday, Sanders was still waiting for the call that never came. Louisville’s Tyler Shough was selected ahead of him, leaving many fans and analysts wondering why NFL teams are so hesitant to take a chance on Sanders.
While Sanders has been vocal about believing he's the best quarterback in this year’s class, NFL insiders seem to have a different perspective. According to ESPN's Pete Thamel, "teams felt Sanders wasn't a first-round caliber player." The sentiment reportedly extended into the second round as well. Despite the 2025 quarterback class being considered underwhelming overall, teams seemingly believe they can find comparable talent later in the draft without expending high-value picks.
As Sanders waited for his draft dreams to begin, he was streaming live on Twitch from a draft party at his father Deion’s home in Texas. The atmosphere was tense but hopeful—until a call came in from an unknown number. For a few brief moments, it appeared to be the call every young athlete dreams of.
"How are you, man?" the caller asked.
"Good, been waiting on you," Sanders replied.
What followed was a muddled, confusing exchange, and it slowly became apparent that this was no draft call. Sanders and his family speculated the caller said, "You gotta wait a little longer," before hanging up. The realization that he had just been pranked—at such a vulnerable moment—was not only cruel but also deeply disappointing.
Sanders later questioned how someone had even gotten his private number. For a young man facing an already emotionally draining situation, the prank was a blow that added insult to injury.
Despite the bitter prank and the ongoing wait, Sanders must now shift focus to what lies ahead. The third round still holds opportunity, and many successful NFL careers have begun well past Round 2. While this weekend may not be unfolding as expected, Sanders’ next chapter is still unwritten—and with the right team and environment, his journey to NFL stardom may just be delayed, not denied.
Also Read: Why Shedeur Sanders' draft day slide was not surprising and what NFL teams really thought of his skills
NFL draft prank stuns Shedeur Sanders while his draft stock keeps sinking beyond round two
Shedeur Sanders came into the draft with confidence, bolstered by solid performances at Colorado and his undeniable pedigree as the son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders . But as Round 2 came to a close on Friday, Sanders was still waiting for the call that never came. Louisville’s Tyler Shough was selected ahead of him, leaving many fans and analysts wondering why NFL teams are so hesitant to take a chance on Sanders.
While Sanders has been vocal about believing he's the best quarterback in this year’s class, NFL insiders seem to have a different perspective. According to ESPN's Pete Thamel, "teams felt Sanders wasn't a first-round caliber player." The sentiment reportedly extended into the second round as well. Despite the 2025 quarterback class being considered underwhelming overall, teams seemingly believe they can find comparable talent later in the draft without expending high-value picks.
Someone prank called Shedeur Sanders…
— JPAFootball (@jasrifootball) April 26, 2025
That’s messed up.
pic.twitter.com/CxLuk0XrU3
As Sanders waited for his draft dreams to begin, he was streaming live on Twitch from a draft party at his father Deion’s home in Texas. The atmosphere was tense but hopeful—until a call came in from an unknown number. For a few brief moments, it appeared to be the call every young athlete dreams of.
"How are you, man?" the caller asked.
"Good, been waiting on you," Sanders replied.
What followed was a muddled, confusing exchange, and it slowly became apparent that this was no draft call. Sanders and his family speculated the caller said, "You gotta wait a little longer," before hanging up. The realization that he had just been pranked—at such a vulnerable moment—was not only cruel but also deeply disappointing.
Sanders later questioned how someone had even gotten his private number. For a young man facing an already emotionally draining situation, the prank was a blow that added insult to injury.
Despite the bitter prank and the ongoing wait, Sanders must now shift focus to what lies ahead. The third round still holds opportunity, and many successful NFL careers have begun well past Round 2. While this weekend may not be unfolding as expected, Sanders’ next chapter is still unwritten—and with the right team and environment, his journey to NFL stardom may just be delayed, not denied.
Also Read: Why Shedeur Sanders' draft day slide was not surprising and what NFL teams really thought of his skills
You may also like
Frame SOPs to tackle gangsters' threat, HC tells Punjab, Haryana governments
Coronation Street legend Philip Lowrie dies as tributes pour in
Chris Eubank Jr breaks silence after avoiding another hefty fine for Conor Benn fight
IPL 2025: MS Dhoni himself is responsible for CSK's poor performance, he has been able to hit only 6 boundaries in the last 4 matches
BBC Saturday Kitchen viewers 'switch off' as they issue same complaint about show
