Saints Expected to Trade Up for Shedeur Sanders in 2025 NFL Draft

Speculation about where Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders will be drafted in the 2025 NFL Draft is intensifying, with some analysts projecting him as a top-three pick while others expect him to fall further. The Tennessee Titans are widely expected to select Miami's Cam Ward with the first pick, leaving the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants as possible landing spots for Sanders. While some mock drafts link Sanders to the Giants at No. 3, others suggest the Saints could trade up from No. 9 to secure him due to their quarterback needs following Derek Carr's injury. However, prominent insiders like Adam Schefter and Dane Brugler are skeptical about the Saints drafting Sanders, with Brugler predicting New Orleans will instead prioritize a wide receiver. The unpredictability of the draft and varying evaluations of both Sanders and other top prospects contribute to ongoing debate about his eventual destination. The Saints' historical reluctance to draft a first-round quarterback further complicates predictions, despite their current need at the position.