With the NFL Draft just around the corner, all eyes are on Green Bay, Wisconsin, which is set to become the focal point for NFL executives, teams, and staff. A major talking point leading up to the draft is the speculation around Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders and his potential landing spots—specifically, the New York Giants and the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Shedeur Sanders previously made headlines nearly two months ago when he claimed he would transform the culture of whichever franchise drafts him. However, the interest from the Giants appears to have faded. Head coach Brian Daboll seems more focused on strengthening the team’s defense rather than investing in a young quarterback.
NFL RUMORS: The Pittsburgh #Steelers are the favorite to draft #Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders #HereWeGo pic.twitter.com/ayGQHeq3nV
— NFL Rumors (@nflrums) April 24, 2025
NFL analyst Daniel Jeremiah recently dismissed rumors linking Sanders to the Giants, and this became even clearer following the team’s moves in free agency. The Giants signed veteran quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year deal worth $10.5 million, as well as Jameis Winston on a two-year, $8 million contract. These signings indicate the Giants are opting for experience rather than taking a chance on a college quarterback.
For Wilson, this move might be bittersweet. After playing for the Steelers last season and achieving a 6-5 record in 11 games, he had hoped to extend his stay in Pittsburgh under head coach Mike Tomlin. That extension never came, and now the Giants have offered him a new opportunity. Meanwhile, the Steelers may be setting the stage for a new chapter—with Shedeur Sanders.
The possibility of Sanders heading to Pittsburgh is gaining traction, especially since the Steelers currently hold the 21st overall pick in the draft. Although that might not be high enough to guarantee drafting Sanders, there’s speculation they might trade up if necessary. On the flip side, the Giants have the 3rd overall pick, giving them a much stronger draft position if they wanted to pursue him—but it seems they’re looking elsewhere, possibly at Penn State defensive end Abdul Carter or considering trade options.
One major concern for teams is not just talent, but whether Sanders fits their culture and vision. Reports indicate that meetings with certain teams, including the Giants, didn’t go well during the NFL Combine. NFL reporter Todd McShay revealed on a recent podcast that two executives expressed dissatisfaction with those meetings. He added that interactions with Brian Daboll and the Giants did not go smoothly, narrowing the pool of teams that might be interested in Sanders.
On the other hand, Shedeur Sanders has shown mutual respect with the Steelers and their coach, Mike Tomlin. He was recently seen in Pittsburgh and openly praised Tomlin, even comparing him favorably to his father, Coach Deion Sanders. This has fueled speculation that the Steelers might be a natural fit—if they can find a way to maneuver in the draft to get him.
With the draft just 24 hours away, uncertainty remains. Will Pittsburgh make a bold move to draft Sanders? Or will they stand pat and risk losing him to another team? The countdown is on, and the drama is heating up.