Colorado fans, this might sting a little.
According to Bruce Feldman of The Athletic, every NFL coach he spoke to regarding the decision on picking either Cam Ward or Shedeur Sanders—was more intrigued by Ward. Yes, you read that right.
On the surface, this feels shocking. Shedeur Sanders has been impressive in his interviews at the NFL Combine. Meanwhile, Cam Ward is no slouch—but to hear that every coach Feldman talked to leaned toward Ward? That’s surprising.
"All of the NFL coaches I spoke to who had an opinion on Ward or Sanders were more interested in Ward."Bruce Feldman, The Athletic
So what’s the reasoning? Some NFL insiders believe Shedeur’s tendency to hold onto the ball too long is a red flag, while Ward’s ability to extend plays and make quick reads intrigues scouts. Others point to Shedeur’s antics since January, deciding to not participate in the Shrine Bowl drills or throw at the Combine.
Does this mean Shedeur’s draft stock is in danger? Not necessarily. His name, talent, and work ethic will still command attention. But this report suggests he may not be the top QB prospect many assumed. And for us Buffs fans, that’s a tough pill to swallow.
One thing’s for sure—this NFL Draft just got a lot more interesting.