Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter show NFL-ready skills that left scouts talking after pro day, Deion Sanders calls “surest bets”

The 2025 NFL Draft landscape may have found its most compelling narrative — and it begins with Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, two standouts from the Colorado Buffaloes who delivered eye-catching performances during their pro day. In a showcase attended by representatives from all 32 NFL teams, including some high-ranking executives and coaches, both players managed to solidify their status as top-tier draft prospects, while also raising anticipation around where they might land next.

For Travis Hunter, whose two-way dominance on the field has already captivated fans and scouts alike, the pro day served more as a reaffirmation than a proving ground. Despite not participating in combine testing earlier, Hunter chose to demonstrate his elite athleticism by running a series of smooth, precise routes — and catching passes from Sanders without gloves, no less. The Heisman Trophy winner and collegiate ironman is widely expected to be a top-five pick, and nothing from Friday seemed to shake that belief.

Hunter chose not to speak to the media post-workout, letting his on-field performance and game tape do the talking. And it spoke volumes. He may not be a mystery, but he's certainly still a marvel — a rarity in today’s game, blending lockdown corner skills with receiver finesse, and NFL teams know it.
But if Hunter reaffirmed his value, Shedeur Sanders made sure the world knew his potential ceiling.

Sanders completed 62 of 67 passes in his throwing session, showcasing his trademark precision, timing, and arm strength. Of the five incompletions, three were attributed to drops. One deep ball — a 55-yard strike to Jimmy Horn Jr. — drew particular praise from scouts, highlighting his ability to deliver downfield throws with accuracy and poise.
The workout may have taken place in shorts and a T-shirt, devoid of live defense, but Shedeur's control and confidence stood out. With a number of NFL decision-makers on site — including Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and head coach Kevin Stefanski — Shedeur’s name continues to rise in draft projections, potentially climbing as high as the second overall pick.
Despite most mock drafts placing Miami's Cam Ward at No. 1, Shedeur remains undeterred. He boldly declared himself as “the top quarterback in the NFL draft,” a statement that may not reflect consensus rankings, but certainly reflects his belief — and his father’s, too.
Deion Sanders, who not only coaches Shedeur and Hunter but also knows a thing or two about NFL greatness himself, was unequivocal in his praise.

"I think we have the most qualified guys in the draft," Deion told reporters. "They're not a risk… I'm not a betting man, I'm a Godly man, but the surest bets in this draft are those two young men. And I didn't stutter or stammer when I said that… Mic drop, let's go."
His confidence didn’t waver even in front of a national audience. Appearing on NFL Network, Deion doubled down: “He and Travis Hunter, to me, are the most bankable two young men in this draft… Shedeur, nothing but consistency… and Travis Hunter, ain't nobody like him.”
With one eye on fit and one on opportunity, Deion hinted at the Browns being a potential match, describing the franchise as a team that could bring out the best in Shedeur. After all, success in the NFL isn’t just about talent — it’s about being in the right system with the right support.
In a draft class filled with promise and unpredictability, Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter may just be the safest, most dynamic bets. Their pro day didn’t just impress — it made a statement.
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