2025 NFL Draft Odds: Shedeur Sanders Favored Over Jaxson Dart for Second QB Selection

By Marcus Sullivan

April 26, 2025 at 12:54 AM

Shedeur Sanders (-250) is favored to be selected before Jaxson Dart (+200) as the second quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft, behind projected first pick Cam Ward. Let's analyze why.

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Current Draft Odds for Second QB Selected:

  • Shedeur Sanders: -250
  • Jaxson Dart: +200
  • Jalen Milroe: +600
  • Cam Ward: +5000

Key Statistical Comparison:

  • Sanders: Higher completion rate (74%), more passing yards and touchdowns
  • Dart: Superior rushing ability with 1,500+ ground yards
  • Both projected as first-round picks

Scouting Analysis: Sanders Strengths:

  • Elite processing ability
  • Surgical accuracy
  • Poise under pressure

Sanders Weaknesses:

  • Average arm strength
  • Pocket presence concerns
  • 52 college sacks

Dart Strengths:

  • Dual-threat capability
  • Quick release
  • Precise short/intermediate passing

Dart Weaknesses:

  • Leaves clean pockets too early
  • Progression reading issues

Most Likely Landing Spots:

  • Sanders: New Orleans Saints (#9) or Las Vegas Raiders (#6)
  • Saints viewed as ideal fit due to Derek Carr's injury concerns

Top Value Bet: Sanders to Saints at +195 odds

Prediction: Sanders will be the second QB drafted due to his pro-readiness and higher floor compared to Dart. His accuracy and football IQ make him a safer pick for teams needing an immediate starter.

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