Plenty of people have put their public support behind Sanders (none more than Mel Kiper Jr. on ESPN's Draft broadcast), and he got a surprisingly motivational pep talk from another Sanders on social media over the weekend, as KFC's Colonel Sanders had some words of wisdom for him.

Shedeur Sanders may have experienced a longer wait than expected during the 2025 NFL Draft, but a surprise message from KFC helped turn the story into a moment of encouragement and pride. KFC Sends Shedeur Sanders Encouragement After Draft Slide After sliding into the later rounds,

KFC of all places gave Shedeur Sanders a little encouragement and probably a little chuckle after his long wait to be drafted last weekend.