The spotlight on Shedeur Sanders is as bright as ever—but the path may look different than expected. As Buffaloes fans watch the board, all eyes now turn to picks 33-100. Don’t be shocked if Sanders’ NFL journey begins with a surprise phone call from a team no one saw coming.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter explained how Aaron Rodgers could’ve played a role in the Steelers passing on Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders. The 2025 NFL Draft was nearly four rounds done with Pittsburgh passing on Sanders once again.

Even though those franchises are the most quarterback-needy of the bunch, one can't rule out the possibility of a sleeper team taking him off the board, either. ESPN insider Adam Schefter gave his brutally honest assessment of Sanders's draft situation on Friday and named three surprising teams who could call his name.