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Shedeur Sanders Buzz Highlights QB Conversations at 2025 NFL Combine

The NFL Scouting Combine is underway in Indianapolis, and quarterbacks are bringing the biggest spotlight to the annual event. 

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The NFL Scouting Combine is underway in Indianapolis with quarterbacks drawing the most buzz—both incoming rookies and veterans in the league.

Signal-Callers

Shedeur Sanders, a potential No. 1 pick, is charting his own unique rookie path in two different ways. 

The former Colorado standout and son of Deion Sanders won’t throw or work out at the combine, opting to save his on-field showcase for Colorado’s pro day later this spring. Sanders will be in Indianapolis to speak with the media and, more importantly, interview with interested NFL teams.

Many top prospects in recent years have chosen not to participate in drills at the combine. This year, fellow top quarterback Cam Ward may also opt out of workouts, but others like Jaxson Dart, Jalen Milroe, and Riley Leonard are expected to participate.

Meanwhile, Sanders and his brother Shilo haven’t hired agents for on-field contract representation. Rookie deals are largely predetermined by what slot a player is drafted in. Last year’s No. 1 pick, Caleb Williams, also doesn’t have an agent.

Both Sanders brothers are repped by SMAC Entertainment for off-field marketing deals, though. SMAC also works with Travis Hunter, who is signed with Lil Wayne’s Young Money APAA Sports for on-field representation.

Musical Chairs?

Potential new homes for several NFL quarterbacks will also be a hot topic as coaches and GMs speak with the media at the combine.

Sam Darnold’s impending free agency, with the Vikings opting not to place the franchise tag on him, could see the quarterback land a new contract worth well over $100 million after playing the 2024 season on a $10 million deal.

Matthew Stafford’s future in Los Angeles is also uncertain after multiple reports that the Rams granted the quarterback’s agent permission to speak with other teams about a potential trade. Stafford is set to earn $27 million in 2025 but is seeking a raise.

Around the League

The Browns enter the combine with uncertainty in their QB room, as Deshaun Watson still has $172 million on the books and will likely miss all of next season. They’re also facing a decision around star pass rusher Myles Garrett, who requested a trade earlier this month, with a big contract extension looming.

The Jaguars finally closed this year’s hiring cycle over the weekend, naming former Rams director of scouting strategy James Gladstone as the team’s new GM. Jacksonville hired Liam Coen as its new head coach roughly a month ago, and it has since brought on former offensive lineman and Hall of Famer Tony Boselli as VP of football operations.

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