Adding Jameis Winston was a start, but the New York Giants still need a long-term answer at quarterback. As exciting and charismatic as Winston is, his turnover issues might not sit well in New York, especially with the media spotlight that comes with it. That’s why the Giants are expected to keep looking for a more permanent solution.
They might find it in the 2025 NFL Draft. One analyst believes the pick is nearly a lock — especially given the security his top choice could bring to the Giants. While it might not be the flashiest move, Shedeur Sanders is starting to feel like a natural fit for New York.
From Cleats to Draft Boards, Shedeur Sanders Projected to Land With Giants
Long before the 2025 draft buzz hit full speed, Shedeur Sanders may have already dropped a hint about where he hoped to land. The Giants-themed cleats he wore earlier in the year sparked conversation — and now, what once looked like a tease might become reality.
The latest mock draft from PFSN has the Giants selecting the Colorado Buffaloes star with the No. 3 overall pick to be their quarterback of the future. And the reasoning is simple.
“The New York Giants’ current quarterback situation sees them with Jameis Winston and Tommy DeVito. They have the pieces of a developing roster and need a quarterback to take the spotlight,” analyst Ben Rolfe wrote. He believes Sanders — son of NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders — is built for that spotlight.
“Sanders is the quarterback built to take that spotlight and shine. He may not make the ‘wow’ plays Ward does, but he is the safer projection to the NFL as far as talent.”
As for how Winston fits in, Rolfe sees it as a benefit. “The signing of Winston means that Sanders does not have to start Week 1. However, he will have a chance to compete alongside Winston and potentially earn that No. 1 role. This takes some of the pressure off Sanders, but it doesn’t put him in a spot where he has one of the more established veterans to compete with.”
Other analysts — including Mel Kiper Jr. — have also spoken highly of Sanders and his fit in New York, especially given his comfort with pressure. But even beyond the intangibles, the production speaks for itself.
Sanders took a major leap in 2024, throwing for 4,134 yards with a 74% completion rate and 37 touchdowns. He also added four rushing scores, showing some mobility when needed.
Sanders and New York have felt like a perfect pairing for a while now. In just a few weeks at Lambeau Field, it might finally happen.