Denver, Colorado – Shedeur Sanders, a top quarterback prospect from the University of Colorado, will not be participating in on-field workouts at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis this week, sources have confirmed. Despite his absence from Lucas Oil Stadium, Sanders is set to meet with various NFL teams during his time in Indianapolis. Quarterbacks are expected to arrive at the combine on Tuesday, with on-field workouts scheduled for Saturday.

While Sanders will not be showcasing his skills at the combine, he is anticipated to throw at Colorado’s pro day next month. It is unclear at this time whether Sanders will undergo the standard medical exams that prospects typically undergo at the combine. Many top prospects opt to wait until their university’s pro day to perform in a more familiar setting rather than at the combine.

Notable quarterbacks like Chicago Bears’ Caleb Williams and Washington Commanders’ Jayden Daniels also chose not to throw at the combine in previous years. Last year, Sanders’ father and Colorado head coach, Deion Sanders, advocated for his son to be considered as a top pick in the draft, highlighting Shedeur’s resilience and adaptability despite coaching changes throughout his college career.

On Mel Kiper Jr.’s latest Big Board, Shedeur Sanders ranks as the top-rated quarterback and the fourth overall prospect, just ahead of Miami’s Cam Ward. Sanders, who led the nation in completion percentage in 2024, has been training alongside Ward with quarterbacks coach Darrell Colbert in Dallas since the end of the season. His impressive stats at Colorado, including leading the Big 12 in various categories, have solidified his position as a standout quarterback prospect in the upcoming draft.

NFL Network was the first to report on Sanders’ decision not to participate in the combine’s on-field activities. With his exceptional performance in college and strong training regimen leading up to the draft, Sanders remains a compelling prospect to watch as the NFL draft approaches.