“We’re gonna have a couple guys who are top-5 picks”- $45M worth Deion Sanders has clear NFL Draft prediction for 2 Colorado stars

Colorado coach Deion Sanders, also known as "Coach Prime," believes two of his Buffaloes stars, quarterback Shedeur Sanders and two-way Travis Hunter, will be top-five picks in next year's NFL draft. Sanders' statement not only reflects his confidence in the two players but also hints at the promising future of Colorado's football program, indicating a strong pipeline of talent that could alter the NFL landscape.

Sanders, who is worth $45 million per CelebrityNetWorth, said (as reported by DNVR's Jake Schwanitz):

"Like it or not we’re gonna have a couple guys who are top five picks. And we’re bringing in more who are going to go in the first round."

Sanders also took an unprecedented stance on his son, Shedeur, and cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter's draft decisions, saying:

"I know where I want them to go. ... It's certain cities that ain't going to happen."

He referenced Eli Manning's draft maneuvering and emphasized his desire for the right fit, particularly in cities without harsh weather conditions. Expressing his preference for favorable climates and cities with cultural resonance, Sanders mentioned San Francisco, Dallas, Washington and Baltimore as ideal landing spots.

Reflecting on his draft experience, Deion Sanders underscored the importance of finding the right fit for his "kids," reminiscent of his time with the Atlanta Falcons, where he encountered a profound sense of representation and empowerment.

"I want that for my kids. All of them. I want the right fit," Sanders said.

ESPN's Matt Miller aligns with Sanders' optimism, projecting Shedeur as one of the top three quarterbacks and Hunter as one of the top three cornerbacks in the 2025 draft. Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter transferred from Jackson State to Colorado under Deion Sanders' coaching tenure.

Shede­ur's first season at Colorado showed his skills. He had 3,230 passing yards, completed 69.3% of his passes, threw 27 touchdowns and only three interceptions.

On de­fense, Hunter had three inte­rceptions. Despite missing three game­s because of injury, Travis Hunter had good stats on offense, catching 57 passes for 721 yards and five touchdowns.

The Buffaloes ended the 2023 season 4-8, struggling in the now-scattered Pac-12. They will now head to a more challenging conference in the Big 12 for the 2024 session, and

Deion Sanders reaffirms his commitment to Colorado

Colorado coach Deion Sanders has affirmed his commitment to the Buffaloes, expressing his dedication to paving the way for his sons and building a legacy of generational wealth. Despite the potential lure of the NFL, Deion Sanders emphasized his role as a father over that of merely a spectator.

"I'm a father, not a baby daddy. I don't follow my kids. I pave roads for my kids," Sanders said.

Deion Sande­rs' sons, Shedeur and Shilo are gearing up for anothe­r year with Colorado. Shedeur shine­d in his debut FBS season and became the most talked-about quarterback in college football last season. If he continues to impress, he could go first overall in the 2025 NFL draft.

Shilo was stellar at safe­ty, recording 67 tackles, four forced fumble­s and an interception. After a 4-8 start, Sanders is preparing to turn things around in 2024. With key players like­ Shedeur, Shilo and Travis Hunter back, the Buffaloes are hopeful of improvement.

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