The Raiders were one of the top teams expected to draft Shedeur Sanders, yet they passed on him six different times. Now, looking back, Pete Carroll is opening up about his pre-draft meetup with the young quarterback, revealing the moment that first caught his attention.
In a recent conversation, Carroll revealed Shedeur with an impression that painted a clearer picture of the QB’s mindset.
Pete Carroll on Shedeur Sanders and His First Draft Impressions
When Pete Carroll first met Shedeur Sanders before the draft, he was already impressed. “He’s got a really good outlook on the world and how he deals with all the stressors and all the things that come his way, uh, I really like him,” Carroll said, highlighting Shedeur’s resilience under immense pressure.
He went on, calling Shedeur Sanders, “a piano player, well versed,” and added, “I’m also impressed with the kid.”
The only mix-up? It’s actually Shilo who plays the piano, not Shedeur. Everything else reflects who Shedeur Sanders is.
Carroll’s words captured the quarterback’s composure, discipline, and quiet confidence, qualities that made his pre-draft meeting memorable and gave teams a glimpse of the mindset that would shape his professional journey.
Raiders Maxx Crosby Plans on Making Shedeur Sanders Uncomfortable
Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby didn’t hold back when talking about Shedeur Sanders ahead of their matchup. “I know Shedeur for a very long time. We got a great relationship,” Crosby began, setting the tone of respect before diving into the competitive side.
“Every quarterback you gotta make him uncomfortable, if you wanna have success as a defense. So, that’s our job, we’ve got to get after him, and uh, we plan on doing it,” he added, emphasizing the challenge he’s ready to bring.
Crosby also called Shedeur Sanders “unpredictable,” noting, “He’s had a lot of success at the college level, and he’s getting his first start, so you know, it’s going to be a firm battle.”
Beyond the field, Crosby spoke highly of the Sanders family. “I know his family really well. They’re great people,” he said, also sharing that he’s “always fond of him. He’s cool.”
Watching hours of film on Shedeur at Colorado Buffaloes, Crosby balances respect with preparation, acknowledging the talent he’ll face.
As kickoff approaches, it’s clear: this isn’t just a game, it’s a proving ground, and Maxx’s eyes are locked on making Shedeur uncomfortable from snap one.
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