Deion Sanders Denies Claims on Shedeur Sanders Pre-Draft Conduct

Shedeur Sanders, a highly anticipated quarterback prospect, unexpectedly slid to the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft amid reports alleging unprofessional behavior during his pre-draft interviews, including a claim that he wore headphones during a formal meeting with the New York Giants. Deion Sanders, Shedeur's father and head coach, publicly refuted these allegations, characterizing them as false narratives aimed at unfairly tarnishing his son's reputation. Deion emphasized Shedeur's professionalism and adaptability, noting his ability to thrive under six different offensive coordinators in college and expressing disbelief at the headphone story. The Browns traded up to select Shedeur, who now faces stiff competition for the starting quarterback position against veterans and rookies alike. Both Deion and former NFL players involved in the interviews suggest that some teams were predisposed to find fault with Shedeur, reflecting a broader issue of biased evaluation in the draft process. Despite the controversy, Shedeur has shown promise in rookie minicamp and OTAs as he embarks on his NFL career.