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📉 The Shedeur Sanders Slide: What It Means for His Sports Card Market

  • Writer: Papi
    Papi
  • Apr 30
  • 2 min read

Shedeur Sanders throwing a pass.


💥 From Hype to Hesitation


Once considered a potential Day 1 NFL Draft pick, Shedeur Sanders, the electric Colorado quarterback and son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, fell to the fifth round in the 2025 NFL Draft. The slide shocked analysts and collectors alike—and now, the ripple effect is hitting the sports card market.


For months, Sanders’ cards were among the most hyped in college football. His Bowman Chrome University 1st cards, flashy Leaf autos, and limited parallels commanded premium prices. But following the draft weekend, early signs point to a market correction.


📊 Current Card Value Snapshot


🔻 Falling Prices

  • 2023 Bowman Chrome University Base PSA 10 Before Draft: $75–$90 After Draft: $45–$60(eBay sales, April 2025)

  • Leaf Auto /25 VariantsBefore Draft: $175–$200After Draft: $95–$130

  • 2024 Leaf Vivid “Teal Mojo” #BA-SS1Recent comps show a ~20% dip since draft weekend.


💬 Collector Sentiment


Posts across Reddit and card forums show concern:

“Tough draft slide for Shedeur…hope he proves them wrong. Selling some stuff before it dips more.”“Might be a buying opportunity if you believe in the talent.”

🧠 Investment Insight: Buying Opportunity or Long-Term Risk?


The draft slide hurts short-term value—but opens the door for speculative investing.


🟢 Long-Term Play:

If Sanders earns a roster spot, competes for a starting role, or follows a Brock Purdy-style rise, early investors could benefit from today’s lower price points.


🔴 Short-Term Outlook:

Expect price volatility and fading hype. The market punishes uncertainty, especially for QBs outside Rounds 1–3.


🔮 What's Next?


Sanders' exclusive deal with Panini, signed just weeks before the draft, ensures new pro uniform cards are on the horizon. That could rejuvenate interest—especially if paired with strong preseason performances.

Collectors should monitor:

  • Preseason reps and depth chart movement

  • Panini’s release schedule for pro cards

  • Buy-low listings on eBay and marketplaces


✍️ Final Word


Shedeur Sanders' fifth-round draft status may have knocked the wind out of his card market temporarily—but the story isn't over. For those who believe in his potential, the dip might just be the break they’ve been waiting for.

📬 Stay tuned to the Wax Street Journal for updates on Sanders' card releases, pro debut, and collector reactions across the hobby.

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