A Colorado football fan, identified as “John Doe,” has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the NFL after Shedeur Sanders was drafted in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, despite expectations for a first-round selection. The fan claims to have experienced emotional distress due to perceived collusion among NFL owners and alleges violations of the Sherman Antitrust Act, Civil Rights Act, and consumer protection laws, including racial discrimination. In addition to damages, Doe seeks a formal acknowledgment of the emotional distress, an apology, and reforms in the drafting process.
