DeMaurice Smith Exposes NFL's Draft Collusion: A Call on Racism and Shedeur Sanders

The NFL season has swiftly advanced to Week 3, and while fans rejoice in the return of thrilling NFL Sundays, the controversy surrounding Shedeur Sanders’ draft slide lingers prominently. The dynamic quarterback from Colorado was unexpectedly selected in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, despite receiving first-round projections from numerous analysts.Currently serving as an emergency passer for the Cleveland Browns, Sanders eagerly anticipates his long-awaited chance to showcase his talents. In a recent discussion, DeMaurice Smith, former NFLPA executive director, shared his candid thoughts about Sanders’ treatment during the draft, which turned a promising evening into a harsh reality for the NFL’s youngest son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders.On “The Breakfast Club,” Smith articulated that the NFL exhibits similar control dynamics as society, suggesting that racial factors might have influenced Sanders’ unexpected fall in the draft. Despite the boos for starter Joe Flacco in a recent game, Sanders remains optimistic, focusing on growth while awaiting his opportunity.

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