“Players Like This Shouldn’t Be in the NFL”: Le’Veon Bell Condemns Kansas DE’s “Dirty Play” vs. Shedeur Sanders

While the week 12 loss against the Kansas Jayhawks is deflating, the Colorado Buffaloes would be breathing a sigh of relief that their star QB Shedeur Sanders is safe. Kansas Defensive End Dean Miller’s late and dangerous hit on Sanders has been heavily criticized by many including former Steelers RB, Le’Veon Bell, who described it as one of the most unsporting plays he has come across in a while.

There were many late hits on the Buffs QB throughout the game but this one, in the first half, stood out. Miller went all in, tackling Shedeur below the knees after the ball had already been released. The QB fell, clutching his ankle, and stayed down for a while. The shot-caller did get back up to complete the game but things could have horribly gone wrong.

Bell did not mince words while calling out miller, even saying “he shouldn’t be in the NFL ever”.

The game has seen many instances of nasty tackles such as these. While a few fans questioned Bell’s statement by citing the rough nature of the game, many joined the former RB in calling the hit dirty.

Some demanded an immediate ban for Miller from professional football, while others expressed shock that he got away with no penalty.

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One fan pointed out that Shedeur’s knees could have been severely damaged had he not lifted his feet at the point of impact.

Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders lauded the toughness displayed by his son following the hit.

Deion says Shedeur didn’t suffer an injury following the low hit

When Coach Prime was asked about Shedeur’s condition, he assured everyone that he was doing well. Deion even joked that the QB has been taking such hits his whole life.

“He’s good. I mean he’s been hit his whole life. This kid is tough. He’s one of the toughest young football players that I’ve ever seen,” said Deion.

After the hit, Shedeur managed to play and finished with 266 yards, completing 23 of his 29 pass attempts and also throwing three TD passes. He also led the team in rushing, running 26 yards on four carries. Despite his efforts, the Buffs lost to a resilient Kansas side.

The Buffaloes are no longer in control of their destiny to make the Big 12 Conference Championship and the playoffs. However, they are still Bowl-bound, and, if they win against Oklahoma State in their last game, they will finish the season with nine wins. This is a remarkable improvement from last season’s performance.

Meanwhile, Shedeur will declare for the draft and will likely be a top-10 pick alongside teammate Travis Hunter.