As for the other top quarterback in the class, Shedeur Sanders, rumors in recent days have linked him to the New Orleans Saints, who hold the ninth-overall selection in the draft.

The 2025 NFL Draft is fast approaching, and there are plenty of non-quarterbacks who could shake up the event. Think Travis Hunter, whose two-way prowess has NFL clubs divided over where he'll line up; or Abdul Carter, whose pass rushing acumen could still make him one of the top players selected.

On Tuesday, ESPN NFL Draft expert Mel Kiper Jr. took his best stab at predicting where Sanders would ultimately end up—and it's not as far down as many would have predicted. Per Kiper, the New Orleans Saints will pick Sanders with the No. 9 overall pick, securing their quarterback of the future under new head coach Kellen Moore.