Shedeur Sanders Becomes Laughing Stock as Careless Blunder Threatens His NFL Draft Stock

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders, son of the legendary Deion Sanders, has been under the microscope for months, and his latest slip-up is only adding fuel to the fire. Some of it fair, some not. As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, every decision he makes is scrutinized, dissected, and debated. Shedeur skipping the NFL Scouting Combine and choosing to throw at Buffs’ Pro Day with his own receivers, might have been a calculated move, but whether this will help his stock is still a question. But even for that, he needs a device to talk to the scouts to know that, especially when you are not attending the Draft day. Wondering what device it might be? You’re likely reading this piece on that very device right now! Any guesses?

Well, Mr. Sanders has mistakenly misplaced his cell phone and missed important calls from teams. That’s just bad optics for a guy like him known for his ‘accuracy’. Losing your phone is an inconvenience. Losing your phone when you’re a projected first-round NFL Draft pick? That’s an entirely different level of disaster.

Shedeur Sanders, whose draft stock has fluctuated throughout the season, revealed on his 2Legendary podcast that he had unknowingly ignored messages from NFL teams because he had lost the phone associated with their contact information. “I think my other phone that they have the number for, I can’t find that phone in my house,” Coach Prime’s son admitted. It wasn’t until the East-West Shrine Bowl that he realized teams had been reaching out with interview requests that had gone unanswered.

Shedeur has spent his entire career under the spotlight, but this is a head-scratching blunder. The pre-draft process is about more than just game film — it’s about professionalism, accountability, and proving to NFL front offices that you’re ready to be the face of a franchise. Skipping the Combine workouts is one thing; making NFL executives hunt you down because you misplaced your phone is another. The last thing a front office wants is a quarterback who seems careless with communication.

Let’s not forget that Shedeur is also known for his calm demeanor. Instead of panicking over the missed calls, he took a lighthearted approach, even joking about it on his podcast. “I asked my mom, like five times to find it!” he laughed, before speculating on the phone’s potential resale value. “Whoever finds the other phone, just DM me. How much you think the phone is going for? A lot, bro. That’s a ticket up there.”

That response might be funny to some, but to NFL executives, it might be another red flag. Quarterbacks are expected to exude leadership, responsibility, and composure under pressure. Losing a phone might seem minor, but in an industry where perception is everything, it’s the kind of mistake that raises eyebrows. If Sanders were a later-round prospect, this might have been brushed off. But as someone expected to go in the top ten — possibly even top five — it’s the kind of detail that could matter when teams are deciding between him and another equally talented prospect.

Still, not all is lost. Despite the mishap, Sanders has secured meetings with the Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, and New York Giants — three teams that hold premium draft picks. While the incident might create unnecessary noise, it won’t erase his talent or his potential. But he surely needs to reassure some that he’s got his off-the-field habits under control…

Internet isn’t kind on Shedeur Sanders for his blunder ahead of NFL Draft

If Shedeur Sanders hoped that fans would find his phone situation amusing, he miscalculated. Social media, under The Sporting News’ post, has been less than forgiving. Concerned people questioned his maturity and readiness to lead an NFL team. Some took the opportunity to clown Sanders entirely. One commenter bluntly stated, “Kid is such a clown.” Simple, direct, and cutting. He carries himself with confidence — some say arrogance — and moments like this only give critics more ammunition. If fans are already calling him a clown over this, imagine what NFL veterans in a locker room might think.

Another user was even more skeptical: “You want this guy leading your team? 🤡” The clown emoji says it all. The NFL is a business, and teams invest millions into scouting quarterbacks who can be the face of their franchise for the next decade. Leadership traits are heavily scrutinized. Some are already questioning his draft value, with one comment reading, “I wouldn’t want him as my QB. Smh.” The criticism is harsh, but it reflects a real concern: Does Shedeur Sanders have the composure to handle the responsibilities of an NFL quarterback?

Someone else said, “I really hope he drops closer to the 20th pick than top 5.” That sentiment is telling. Sanders has been projected as a high first-round pick, but incidents like this give teams more reason to question whether he belongs in the top tier of prospects. Perhaps the most damning comment of all was this…

“‘I asked my mom, like 5 times to find it!’ So, not throwing in the combine isn’t that big of a deal. This right here says you’re not ready to be a leader!!” That cuts deep. Skipping the Combine workouts was already a controversial choice. Signal-callers are expected to take control of situations, not joke about relying on their mom to solve their problems. But looks like Sanders isn’t getting any signal.

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