Sanders' rapport with Tomlin is particularly interesting given the polarizing reviews he's received from other coaches. McShay reported that Sanders' recent meeting with New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll "did not go particularly well," as there was "some frustration between the two regarding Sanders’s preparation of an install package."

Where QB Shedeur Sanders goes is one of the biggest storylines heading into Round 1 of Thursday night's 2025 NFL Draft — and the picture changed at sportsbooks Thursday morning. This is why oddsmakers hate booking the NFL Draft.

"Be Legendary" has become Sanders' motto as he continues his football journey. The 23-year-old wears the word on a silver chain, has it written front and center in his bio on Instagram, and even used it in a playful debate with fellow top quarterback prospect Cam Ward. Sanders says he lives by the term.