Deion Sanders: A Coach, Father, and Draft Day Advocate
Deion Sanders, the charismatic head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, has made it clear that he intends to play a role in determining where his son, quarterback Shedeur Sanders, and two-way sensation Travis Hunter will begin their NFL careers. The bold statement highlights Sandersβ protective instincts as a father and his commitment to ensuring the best opportunities for his star players.
Both Shedeur and Hunter have enjoyed phenomenal seasons, propelling Colorado to a 7-2 record and a No. 18 ranking. Shedeurβs precision passing (2,882 yards, 26 touchdowns) and Hunterβs extraordinary two-way play (856 receiving yards, nine touchdowns, two interceptions) have made them first-round favorites for the 2025 NFL Draft.
“Dad Mode” Activated: Deionβs Draft Philosophy
During an appearance on Fox Sports 1βs Speak, Deion emphasized his intent to guide the draft process. Asked by co-host Keyshawn Johnson if heβd intervene to keep Shedeur or Hunter from landing with a less-than-ideal team, Sanders replied:
“Yeah, but Iβm not going to do it publicly. Iβll do it privately. Iβm gonna be Dad until the cows come home, and with Travis as well.”
Deion wants his players to join teams that offer strong infrastructure and competent leadership:
“Somebody that can handle the quarterback he is… not just throwing you out there amongst the wolves. Forget the [offensive] lineβheβs played with lines that werenβt great. Itβs about the direction of the team.”
Avoiding NFLβs “Basement Dwellers”
Sanders didnβt name specific teams but expressed a desire to shield his son and Hunter from organizations stuck in perpetual rebuilding. Reflecting on the draft process, he admitted:
“You know who ainβt trying to win in the NFL. You know whoβs consistently in the basement year after year. You donβt want that situation for your kid.”
Deionβs past comments on podcasts like Nightcap echo this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of happiness and development for young stars entering the league.
What NFL Teams Need to Know
With Shedeurβs leadership skills and hunger to win and Hunterβs ability to dominate on both sides of the ball, Sanders wants teams that can nurture their talent while surrounding them with a winning culture.
For Shedeur, Deion highlights his sonβs resilience and passion:
“He has an insatiable appetite to win. Heβs started every game in high school and college but one. This kid loves the game and has a true gift.”
For Hunter, his versatility has solidified him as a generational talent, with his stats speaking for themselves on offense and defense.
NFL Draft Drama Awaits
With Deion Sanders poised to influence the process, the 2025 NFL Draft is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing in years. Will NFL teams heed Sandersβ warnings, or will the draft process unfold as usual? One thing is certain: Sandersβ involvement will keep everyone watching.
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