Ex-NFL QB says 'Daddy ball' cost Shedeur Sanders generational wealth

NFL Coaches Fear Losing Power to Prime

Griffin called it out clearly for the masses. “NFL teams are terrified of that. What, do they think Deion’s gonna come in and be the coach?” The fear, he says, isn’t about Shedeur’s talent but it’s about the influence Deion Sanders commands. In a league where coaching egos run deep, some decision-makers reportedly worry that drafting Shedeur would mean inviting Deion into their locker room—figuratively or literally.

That fear, RGIII argues, is misplaced. “He’s just being a good dad… Any parent that loves their kid would do that.” But instead of being praised, Griffin says Deion’s unwavering support is being twisted into a liability.

The Double Standard of Black Fatherhood in Sports

In one of the most powerful parts of the podcast, Griffin drew a comparison on the topic. “We should not be punishing Black fatherhood… Because we don’t punish white fatherhood for the same exact thing.” He referenced how Archie Manning guided Eli Manning away from San Diego to New York, which was an act praised as strategic, not meddling. Why, Griffin asks, is Deion treated differently for wanting the best for his son? The answer might lie more in perception than reality.

Spotlight or Sideshow? NFL Teams Fear the Sanders Effect

There’s no denying Deion and Shedeur draw headlines. But as Griffin noted, “There’s more NFL teams that know how to mess a quarterback up than know how to develop them.” For Shedeur, success requires not just opportunity but trust. The fact that he lasted on the board that long, isn’t about his talent; it’s about teams being scared of the Sanders brand.

Colorado fans should be furious but not hopeless. If Shedeur lands with the right franchise, he has all the tools to thrive. The real question now isn’t whether Shedeur can lead a team. It’s whether the NFL will let him.