Before $4.1 Million in NIL Valuation, Deion Sanders’ Son Shedeur Donated $45,000 Worth of Equipment to a Youth Organization in Denver

Deion Sanders’ son, Shedeur Sanders, is pacing up to the top as a star quarterback for the Colorado Buffaloes. After playing only two games in his debut season, he has already influenced fans and analysts enough that his NIL valuation, per on3, has shot up to $4.1 million. However, that’s not the only reason why Shedeur has been making headlines, as the 21-year-old QB recently showed his philanthropic side with a notable donation.

The Buffaloes QB teamed up with Gatorade and Good Sports to assist the N.E.D. Falcons youth organization, situated in Denver. Their generous donation of $45,000 worth of equipment to the football and cheerleading teams provided the kids with proper gear and undoubtedly, a lifetime of memories. Reflecting on the same, Shedeur Sanders said, as reported by Buffzone:

“Sometimes as a college athlete, you forget the impact you have on kids,” followed by, “I was a kid and I remember looking up to Justin Fields and just talking to him here or there. That’s still my favorite player. So just coming out here and even the kids just recognizing me, that means a lot to me.”

“I’ve been talking to my dad about it just in general. I want to give back to the kids. We talked to a brand, and we were finally able to do that,” he continued.

Coach Prime’s son seems to be emerging as a beloved figure off-field with his generous endeavors. On the field as well, the star QB is making strides, propelling the once Pac-12 bottom dwellers to great heights. And his NIL earnings are certainly proof of that.

Notably, Shedeur boasts an NIL value that exceeds the salaries of many NFL players. However, it hasn’t always stood at $4.1 million.

Shedeur’s Remarkable Surge in NIL Valuation

Shedeur has seen a stark increase in his NIL valuation. Before his first game against TCU, his valuation stood at $1.3 million. However, after just two back-to-back wins, it has grown to $4.1 million. In fact, he is not alone on the Buffs roster to bag significant NIL money, as Travis Hunter too stands at $1.8 million, thanks in part to their recent showcases at Boulder.

With his impressive run, Shedeur has also impressed fans and analysts alike, with the majority believing that the QB would get snagged in the first round when he declares for the draft. Moreover, Shedeur is becoming a role model for the kids of Colorado and an inspiration for many, as he is driving crowds to home games after years of drought.