History of Shedeur Sanders in Timeline

Shedeur Sanders is an American football quarterback, son of Deion Sanders. He played for Jackson State, winning the 2021 Jerry Rice Award and 2022 Deacon Jones Trophy. He then transferred to Colorado where he won the 2024 Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award. He is the youngest son of Colorado head coach and Pro Football Hall of Fame cornerback Deion Sanders.

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February 7, 2002: Shedeur Sanders Born

On February 7, 2002, Shedeur Deion Sanders was born. He is the youngest son of Deion Sanders.

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2020: Spring Season Delayed

In 2020, the Jackson State spring season was delayed due to COVID-19.

January 2021: Enrolled at Jackson State

In January 2021, Shedeur Sanders enrolled at Jackson State, but was initially ineligible to play.

2021: Jerry Rice Award Winner

In 2021, Shedeur Sanders won the Jerry Rice Award, while playing football with the Jackson State Tigers.

2022: Sophomore Season at Jackson State

In 2022, Shedeur Sanders had a strong sophomore season, completing 70.6% of his passes for 3,732 yards and 40 touchdowns, and was named SWAC Offensive Player of the Year. He also won the Deacon Jones Trophy and entered the NCAA transfer portal after the 2022 Celebration Bowl.

2022: Deacon Jones Trophy Winner

In 2022, Shedeur Sanders won the Deacon Jones Trophy.

2023: First Season with the Buffaloes

In 2023, during his first game for the Buffaloes, Sanders completed 38 of 47 passes for a school-record 510 yards and four touchdowns. He finished the 2023 season with 3,230 passing yards, 27 passing touchdowns, and three interceptions in 11 games.

May 2024: Release of "Perfect Timing"

In May 2024, Shedeur Sanders released a hip-hop track titled "Perfect Timing".

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2024: Successful Season with Buffaloes

In 2024, Sanders led the Buffaloes to a 9-4 record and an Alamo Bowl appearance, finishing the season with 4,134 passing yards and 37 touchdowns. He was named Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year and won the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award.