The President of the United States, Donald Trump, expressed his discontent over the non-selection of Shedeur Sanders, son of legendary Deion Sanders, in the 2025 NFL Draft. Although both Shedeur and his father expected to be selected, teams like the Steelers and the New York Giants chose other players instead, leaving Sanders available beyond the third round.
Sanders, a 23-year-old quarterback and former player for the Colorado Buffaloes, had an outstanding performance in the Big 12, being named Offensive Player of the Year. Trump cited the Sanders family lineage, recalling Deion Sanders' achievements as a college and NFL player, as well as his current role as a coach. Deion Sanders, known as 'Coach Prime,' has been a key influence in his son's football career.
Trump, known for his controversial statements, criticized NFL owners for omitting Shedeur in the Draft, suggesting that his talent was not valued as it deserved. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump questioned the teams for choosing other players instead of Sanders, whom he considers ready for success and greatness in the league. Despite the initial disappointment, Shedeur remained optimistic about what the future holds and confident that better opportunities will come.
Shedeur Sanders, who was expected to be a first-round pick, fell off the radar of teams in the 2025 Draft, a situation that caught the attention of former President of the United States, Donald Trump. Despite not being selected, Sanders maintains hope and determination to go far in his NFL career.
