Shedeur Sanders, the Colorado Buffaloes quarterback, faced unexpected disappointment on draft night as he was not selected in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, a reality that resonated even with high-profile figures like former President Donald Trump. Initially projected to be picked as high as No. 3 overall by the New York Giants, experts believed he would likely fall within the 10-21 range. Upon the Pittsburgh Steelers' decision to pass on him at the 21st pick, questions arose about whether the Giants would target him after trading back into the first round.

Despite the letdown, Shedeur maintained a positive outlook, stating, “I don’t feel like this happened for no reason,” in a social media video following the event. Trump voiced his frustration on Truth Social, questioning the decision-making of NFL owners and emphasizing Shedeur's potential. As the drafts continue, teams like the Cleveland Browns and New Orleans Saints are poised to capitalize on his availability, with many speculating that he will be selected in the second or third round.