History of Shedeur Sanders in Timeline
Shedeur Sanders is an American football quarterback for the University of Colorado Buffaloes. Prior to joining Colorado in 2023, he played for Jackson State University, where he garnered accolades such as the Jerry Rice Award (given to the top freshman in FCS football) and the Deacon Jones Trophy (awarded to the best HBCU football player). Notably, he is the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, who also serves as the head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes.
February 7, 2002: Birth of Shedeur Sanders
Shedeur Sanders was born on February 7, 2002.
2020: COVID-19 Impact
Shedeur Sanders was ineligible to play during Jackson State's abbreviated spring 2021 season, which was delayed from 2020 due to COVID-19.
January 2021: Enrollment at Jackson State University
Shedeur Sanders enrolled at Jackson State University in January 2021.
2021: Shilo Sanders Transfers to Jackson State
Shedeur's brother, Shilo, transferred to Jackson State in 2021.
January 2022: NIL Deal with Gatorade
In January 2022, Shedeur Sanders signed an NIL deal with Gatorade, becoming the first HBCU player to do so.
2022: Sophomore Season and Transfer Portal Entry
In 2022, Shedeur Sanders had a successful sophomore season, winning the SWAC Offensive Player of the Year and the Deacon Jones Trophy. He then entered the NCAA transfer portal.
2023: First Season at Colorado
In 2023, Shedeur Sanders had a productive first season at Colorado, setting a school record for passing yards in a single game. He also led the team to a 3-0 start before suffering a back injury.
2023: Shilo Sanders Transfers to Colorado
Shilo Sanders transferred to Colorado in 2023, joining his father and brother.
August 28, 2024: NIL Deal with Nike
Shedeur Sanders signed an NIL deal with Nike on August 28, 2024, marking the first such deal between Nike and a college football player.
