Shedeur Sanders remains a hot topic in the Las Vegas Raiders' draft discussions, a lingering dream for fans yearning for a new quarterbacking era. Despite a backdrop of last season's ups and downs at the QB position, the arrival of Geno Smith and his fresh contract initially seemed to dim hopes of Sanders donning silver and black. Yet, like a persistent flame, the connection persists.
The buzz around Sanders hasn’t waned, and he's back in the mix as the Raiders gear up for the draft. According to credible reports by Fox Sports’ Jordan Schultz, Sanders is set to visit the Raiders next week, making this a headline-grabbing meet-up that speaks volumes about the team's ongoing interest.
Sources confirm that Colorado's standout QB, Shedeur Sanders, is set for a face-to-face with the #Raiders early next week. Sitting pretty with the No. 6 draft pick, Vegas is preparing diligently, evaluating multiple quarterbacks ahead of the draft. https://t.co/skupbeofmR pic.twitter.com/iMKl5Cu0Jl
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) April 9, 2025
Sanders joins a crowded room of prospects as the Raiders conduct a comprehensive evaluation. Just this Wednesday, they huddled with big names like Ole Miss's Jaxson Dart, Texas's Quinn Ewers, and Ohio State's Wil Howard.
The line-up also includes earlier sit-downs with Alabama’s Jalen Milroe and North Dakota State’s Cam Miller. Yet, Sanders distinguishes himself from the pack—a first-round buzz hovering over him, unlike his contemporaries who are projected to hear their names in the latter days of the draft.
While Sanders isn’t slotted to start right away, the door to Raider Nation remains ajar. A stint learning from Smith could be the perfect launching pad for Sanders, allowing him to develop the chops needed for the NFL stage. The Raiders must, however, ask themselves if they’re ready to invest now for future gains, potentially foregoing more immediate roster enhancements.
The possibility of Sanders finding his way to the Raiders is slimmer compared to what it was at the close of last season, yet it hasn’t vanished. The intrigue around this potential match-up continues to captivate, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
