Shedeur Sanders’ hoodie sparks debate after Steelers visit—but he’s unbothered

As the NFL Draft nears, quarterback prospects are under the spotlight, none more than Shedeur Sanders. The Colorado standout recently visited the Pittsburgh Steelers, earning high marks for his football IQ and poise. But it wasn’t just his performance that grabbed attention. A casual interview at the airport, where Sanders wore a hoodie, unexpectedly sparked social media buzz, turning a routine draft stop into a viral talking point.


When Sanders met with the Steelers' staff at their facility last Friday, it was business first. Reports suggest the visit went smoothly, with Sanders later rating the experience a perfect “10” during an interview with Kay Adams. He spoke highly of the connection, emphasizing his love for football conversations and the positive vibe he felt from the Steelers organization.
But it wasn’t his words that grabbed headlines, it was his wardrobe.
The interview took place at the airport, where Sanders, dressed in a hoodie, offered a brief but thoughtful take on his meeting. Somehow, the hoodie became the center of online debate, with critics calling out his relaxed appearance. In response, Kay Adams publicly defended him on her show, praising his humility and taking aim at the negativity: “The amount of crap, and just like people with their comments about his hood, and that is why I love him,” she said.

Despite the noise, Sanders' draft stock continues to rise. Once seen as a top-3 contender, he’s now hovering in that unpredictable range where teams like Pittsburgh, who sit at the 21st pick, could capitalize if he slides. Though it's unclear if he'll still be available by then, Steelers fans are starting to take notice and dream.
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Of course, Pittsburgh has other cards in play. Quarterbacks like Jalen Milroe and Jaxson Dart are being considered as long-term developmental picks. And the looming possibility of adding a veteran like Aaron Rodgers could reshape the entire quarterback plan for 2025 and beyond.
Still, if Shedeur Sanders is on the board when it’s Pittsburgh’s turn, the team might not hesitate. Between his talent, leadership, and football IQ, he fits the mold of a franchise QB. And as for the hoodie? Maybe it's just the swagger of a young player who knows his worth.