Coach Prime Reacts After Shedeur Sanders Goes Undrafted in NFL Draft First Round
Deion Sanders, now famously known as Coach Prime, has broken his silence after a surprising twist in the 2024 NFL Draft.
On Thursday night, the football world watched as Shedeur Sanders—once projected as a top-five pick—went undrafted in the first round, becoming one of the most talked-about omissions of the night.
Shedeur, the standout quarterback from the University of Colorado, entered the draft season with heavy buzz and high expectations. Yet, as the night wore on, his name was conspicuously absent from the stage, sparking intense conversations across sports media and social platforms.
Social Media Speculation and Draft Theories
Following Shedeur’s unexpected slide, theories flooded social media.
Some pointed to concerns about his durability, citing Colorado’s late-season struggles.
Others speculated that the unique dynamic of playing under his father, a Hall of Famer and the head coach at Colorado, may have complicated perceptions among NFL scouts and executives.
Regardless of the noise, Deion Sanders maintained his trademark composure.
Early Friday morning, he shared a message of resilience and faith on Instagram, quoting from 1 Corinthians:
“God uses the foolish things to confound the wise. Please know God ain’t done. He’s just getting started.”
The post reflected not only his paternal pride but also the steadfast confidence that has long fueled both his and Shedeur’s athletic journeys.
Shedeur Sanders’ Stellar College Career
Despite Thursday’s setback, Shedeur Sanders’ résumé speaks volumes.
During the 2023 season, he threw 37 touchdowns against only 10 interceptions, secured Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year honors, and finished eighth in the Heisman Trophy voting.
Analysts praised his poise, arm strength, and pocket awareness, even as some questioned his mobility and how his skill set would translate to the faster pace of the NFL.
Few college quarterbacks handled as much responsibility under the intense glare of the media—and even fewer performed with the same level of composure.
What’s Next for Shedeur?
Although the first-round snub is a blow, Day 2 of the NFL Draft presents a new opportunity.
Teams still looking for a quarterback will have to decide whether they’re willing to bet on one of college football’s most accomplished and visible stars.
Whether his slide was due to strategic draft decisions, public scrutiny, or timing, Shedeur Sanders will now enter the league with a chip on his shoulder—and a point to prove.
As Coach Prime made clear, the story isn’t over.
If anything, the spotlight on Shedeur has only sharpened, and his next move could be even bigger than anticipated.
