Deion Sanders backed ESPN NFL Draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. on social media after Kiper was criticized for hysterical reactions to Shedeur Sanders' draft slide.

Perhaps nobody advocated more for Shedeur Sanders during the 2025 NFL draft than ESPN broadcaster Mel Kiper Jr., and the Cleveland Browns rookie's famous father appreciated the support.

Miami head coach Mario Cristobal revealed he did not hear from ESPN’s draft guru leading into the 2025 NFL Draft despite Ward ultimately being the No. 1 pick. Kiper made it clear throughout the draft he rated Shedeur Sanders as his No. 1 quarterback in the class.