The 2025 NFL Scouting Combine is in full swing, and no quarterback has generated more headlines than Shedeur Sanders. The former Colorado star entered the week with plenty to prove, and he wasted no time making a bold statement about his NFL future.
During his media session, Sanders made it clear that he’s not just another quarterback prospect … he’s a program changer. His confidence was on full display, as he answered questions from reporters about his future NFL career. Given his history of turning around Jackson State and Colorado, it’s no surprise that he sees himself doing the same at the next level.
But while the football world dissected his comments, one reaction stood out above the rest — the one from his father, Deion Sanders.
Deion Sanders’ 5-Word Reaction to Shedeur’s Comments
On a recent Instagram story of a picture of Shedeur, Deion kept it short and simple with a five-word caption: “He said what he said.”
Deion’s IG story 🤝 pic.twitter.com/YKf7u4REYV
— Complex Sports (@ComplexSports) February 28, 2025
It seems this post was in response to Shedeur’s now-viral quote from the NFL combine media day: “If you’re not trying to change the franchise or the culture, don’t get me. We went from Jackson State to Colorado and changed two programs back to back. Don’t you think I could come to an NFL franchise and change a program again? It’s history, it’s always going to repeat itself.”
There’s no mistaking the message here. Shedeur isn’t just looking to be another name on a depth chart or a backup — he expects to be the face of a franchise. And his father, who has been his biggest supporter and mentor since Day 1, clearly has no issue with his son’s confidence.
Where Shedeur Sanders Stands in the 2025 NFL Draft
Sanders has long been projected as one of the top two quarterbacks in this class, alongside Miami (FL) signal-caller Cam Ward. While opinions on both prospects vary, most agree that they are a tier above the rest of the quarterback crop.
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With the Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, and New York Giants owning the top three picks in the NFL Draft order, respectively, all three teams are in the market for a franchise quarterback. According to the latest PFSN mock draft, Sanders is projected to go first overall, while Ward will land with the Giants at No. 3.
Sanders’ belief in himself is unwavering, and that level of confidence could serve him well at the next level. The NFL is a different challenge, but he’s made it clear that he’s ready to embrace it head-on. And as far as Coach Prime is concerned, there’s no need for further explanation — his son said what he said.