Sometimes the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. On the football field, Shedeur Sanders can certainly relate.
The Colorado Buffaloes quarterback and son of Deion Sanders is just about ready to close the book on his college career and start a new one in the NFL.
Sanders is considered a top quarterback in this year's NFL draft, bringing plenty of experience to the table. A four-year starter between Jackson State and Colorado, he is one of the more seasoned prospects in a world where college athletes often fast-track their way to the pros.
Whether that experience helps Sanders at the next level remains to be seen, but a weak quarterback class ensures he shouldn't have to wait long before his name is called.
From an on-field perspective, Sanders has one last chance to make a statement to all 32 teams when Colorado's pro day takes place on April 4. He notoriously skipped the workouts at the NFL combine and the Big 12 conference's pro day, allowing the tape to speak for itself.
Now he has the chance, with all eyes on him, to show off his talents and silence some critics. He'll soon find out which NFL city will be home next season. Here's a look at the teams that could come calling on draft night.
Shedeur Sanders landing spots
Cleveland Browns
First round pick: Second overall
The chance that Sanders goes No. 1 overall to the Tennessee Titans seems slim at best, making the team with the second pick the next best thing. Sanders doesn't come with as much hype as other quarterback prospects have in the past, meaning he has a wide range of outcomes. The draft starts for him with the Browns, who are still stuck climbing out of the Deshaun Watson-sized hole they dug a few years ago. If Cleveland sees something in the young signal caller, they'll have their chance to take him.
