Colorado Buffaloes star quarterback Shedeur Sanders recently sent social media into a frenzy after posting a photo of Allegiant Stadium, home of the Las Vegas Raiders, to his Instagram story. The timing of the post, coupled with Sanders’ status as a projected top-five pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, sparked widespread speculation about whether the quarterback was hinting at a desire to play for the Raiders.
The post quickly gained traction, leading fans and analysts to wonder if Sanders was eyeing Las Vegas as his preferred NFL destination. While the Raiders are widely expected to be in the market for a quarterback this offseason, Sanders remained coy about the meaning behind his post.
Travis Hunter Presses Sanders for Answers
On The Travis Hunter Show, Sanders’ Heisman finalist teammate, Travis Hunter, couldn’t resist pressing him for more details. During the segment, Hunter addressed the buzz surrounding the Instagram story, bringing it up with a playful grin.
“I got a few questions related to Las Vegas… You know what I’m talkin’ about, bro, what you posted on your story. Why you posting that, bro?” Hunter asked, clearly enjoying the moment.
Sanders, appearing unbothered, responded with a casual shrug. “Because it’s a nice stadium, bro.”
Hunter, ever the jokester, replied, “OK… okay. You’re right, it’s a nice stadium. It is a nice stadium,” flashing a knowing smile as the two teammates shared a laugh.
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More Than Just a Post?
While Sanders brushed off the post as a simple appreciation for the state-of-the-art facility, fans and analysts aren’t convinced it was entirely innocent.
Allegiant Stadium, one of the NFL’s newest and most impressive venues, would certainly be an exciting home for any player entering the league. Whether Sanders has a particular affinity for the Raiders or simply admires the stadium remains up for debate.
The Raiders, sitting near the bottom of the league standings, are in prime position to secure a high draft pick. With current quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo’s future uncertain, Las Vegas could very well be searching for a franchise quarterback in the 2025 draft.
Sanders’ dual-threat abilities, leadership, and NFL-ready skill set make him an appealing prospect for any team looking to rebuild.
Looking Ahead
Sanders and Hunter, both key figures in the Colorado Buffaloes’ resurgence under head coach Deion Sanders, are preparing to conclude their college careers. The team will face BYU in the Alamo Bowl on December 28, marking the final chapter of their collegiate journey.
For Sanders, the focus will soon shift entirely to the NFL Draft, where his decision to declare—and the possibility of landing with the Raiders—will keep fans speculating. As for now, the quarterback seems content to keep everyone guessing, leaving the door open for plenty of discussion about his next steps.
