Following the 2025 NFL draft, nine Notre Dame football players are set to join the league. Among them, three players made headlines for signing as undrafted free agents: Howard Cross III, Jordan Clark, and Beaux Collins. Cross, a defensive tackle, has reunited with former defensive coordinator Al Golden at the Cincinnati Bengals, while Clark has signed with the New York Jets, hoping to secure a secondary role. Collins will be joining the New York Giants as a wide receiver. Their journeys illustrate the determination and talent that Notre Dame athletes bring to the professional level.

The 2025 NFL Draft concluded in Green Bay with a record 257 players selected, with every team holding its first-round pick heading into the event—an unprecedented occurrence. The Tennessee Titans made headlines by selecting quarterback Cam Ward at No. 1, but the draft took a dramatic turn with the Jacksonville Jaguars trading up to pick Travis Hunter second overall. The Cleveland Browns, after moving to the fifth pick, selected defensive tackle Mason Graham, and the New York Giants re-entered the first round to draft quarterback Jaxson Dart. Notably, Shedeur Sanders, a touted quarterback prospect, went undrafted until the fifth round, where the Browns picked him, marking a historic slide.

Shedeur Sanders, the Colorado quarterback, was selected by the Cleveland Browns as the No. 144 overall pick, making him a notable value given his PFF Big Board rank of 45. His ability to deliver accurate throws under pressure and a stellar 94.3 passing grade in two-minute drills indicate his potential as a starter in the NFL.

Meanwhile, the New York Giants secured Cameron Skattebo at No. 105, a running back from Arizona State who was ranked 51st on the Big Board. His impressive college performance, including a high rushing grade and a knack for making defenders miss, adds depth to the Giants' backfield.

Jalen Milroe, the Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback, made a significant leap in his career by being selected as the 92nd overall pick by the Seattle Seahawks in the 2025 NFL Draft. This moment unfolded in Green Bay, where the announcement was made not by Commissioner Roger Goodell, but by Shaun Alexander, a legendary figure for both Alabama and the Seahawks. This highlights the connection between Milroe and the rich history of Alabama football. Milroe's selection marks the third pick from Alabama in this draft, following Tyler Booker and Jihaad Campbell, with Booker being a first-round selection at 12 to the Dallas Cowboys and Campbell going 31st to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Shedeur Sanders' disappointing slip in the 2025 NFL Draft has sparked outrage among commentators like Stephen A. Smith, who likened his situation to that of Colin Kaepernick. Many expected Sanders, the Colorado quarterback, to be a first-round pick, but he remained undrafted after three rounds. Smith labeled this a 'disgrace', suggesting that racial bias against Deion Sanders, his father and coach, played a role. However, detractors argue that teams are simply evaluating Sanders' talent, which may not align with the hype.

Critics argue that Sanders' talent does not justify a higher selection, and his fall mirrors a lack of interest in his capability as an NFL quarterback. While some allege racism, the fact that a black quarterback, Cam Ward, was chosen first overall complicates these claims. Ultimately, teams made their choices based on football merit, and Sanders' future hinges on how he adapts and develops in the league.