Deion Sanders shows unwavering support for son Shedeur Sanders following NFL Draft slide

The NFL Draft is supposed to be a celebration of talent and potential, a night when dreams come true. But for Shedeur Sanders, it turned into an uncomfortable wait that stunned fans and family alike. Once projected as a first-round hopeful, the Colorado Buffaloes quarterback inexplicably plummeted to the fifth round—taken 144th overall by the Cleveland Browns. Cameras didn’t catch many tears, but the silence was deafening. And in that silence, questions echoed: was this just about performance, or was Shedeur carrying the baggage of his famous last name?Shedeur Sanders isn’t your average college quarterback. He threw for over 3,200 yards last season, showcased elite poise under pressure, and carried the Buffaloes through adversity with a mix of grit and leadership. Yet somehow, over 140 names were called before his. Not one team in the first four rounds thought he was worth the investment. Not even as a backup. Not even with Deion Sanders—Coach Prime himself—vouching for him.The NFL has never been shy about politics, and this felt personal. Critics whisper that teams were reluctant to deal with the perceived “Prime Time circus” that follows Deion everywhere he goes. But why punish Shedeur for his father’s spotlight?Meanwhile, Shedeur’s older brother Shilo went undrafted entirely, only to sign with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers soon after. It was a bittersweet victory celebrated in a family photo alongside Deion, their mother Pilar, and sister Shelomi.Still, Shedeur arrived at rookie minicamp early, in a crisp “Legendary” fit, bringing class and humility. His first move was donating gear to a local high school team. That’s not for cameras, that’s character.Also Read: Tyrese Haliburton’s epic reaction to Brock Purdy’s $265 Million extension steals the spotlightDeion took to social media to say, “Thank You JESUS! We can take whatever hand we’re dealt.” And true to that, Shedeur is now battling veterans like Joe Flacco and rookies Dillon Gabriel and Cody Pickett for a chance to prove his worth. He's switching from his iconic college No. 2 jersey to No. 12 in Cleveland, maybe a fresh number for a fresh start. The NFL may have passed him over early, but if this chip on Shedeur’s shoulder turns into fire on the field, the league might soon regret ever doubting Coach Prime’s son.