It feels like the buzz about Shedeur Sanders in the top-3 of the 2025 NFL Draft has cooled quite a bit.

In our latest 2025 NFL mock draft from Christian D’Andrea, he had the Colorado QB dropping out of the top-three — he had the Giants trading out of the No. 3 spot — and landing with the New Orleans Saints, who trade up to No. 4 for Sanders.

And in the latest ESPN mock from Mel Kiper Jr., he has Sanders dropping, but just to No. 9, where he also has the Saints taking the quarterback of the future for New Orleans.

What’s his take? Here’s what he wrote:

If Sanders doesn’t go to the Giants, there aren’t many clear landing spots for him in the top 10 … and he could slide. I could see a team trading up for him — maybe even the Saints, who have nine picks — but most of these rosters are already set at quarterback. This is a great outcome for New Orleans, though. I like this match a lot.

Sanders is my top-ranked quarterback, and his accuracy jumps off the tape. He completed 74% of his throws last season despite being under constant pressure. Playing in the NFC South with good weather and a few indoor stadiums would ease any arm strength concerns. And he wouldn’t be forced to play right away. Derek Carr, 34, will be with the Saints for at least another season; Sanders could learn behind him before taking over.

Intriguing! Make sure to check out our latest 2025 NFL mock draft from D’Andrea, along with his big board of the top 75 prospects.

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