With the 2025 NFL Draft just two days away, speculation is heating up regarding the New Orleans Saints' intentions for their ninth overall pick. While many had anticipated quarterback Shedeur Sanders to be their choice, recent betting trends suggest a pivot toward Georgia's formidable defensive end, Mykel Williams.
The odds at DraftKings have now placed Williams as the favorite to be selected ninth, listed at +370, overtaking Sanders who trails at +425. While other sportsbooks still show Sanders as a frontrunner for the ninth spot, his hold isn't as strong as it once was.
As the draft looms closer, the betting landscape is dynamic. The Steelers are now viewed as the leading contenders to draft Sanders at +190. Not far behind are the Browns at +200, while the Giants register at +215, and the Saints, who were once considered favorites, now stand at +550 to pick Sanders.
Such shifts in odds often leave analysts and fans speculating. Sometimes, it's a reflection of insiders betting based on privileged insights, influencing the betting lines. Other times, sportsbooks adjust odds strategically, aiming to maximize their returns by enticing more wagers. Whatever the case, confidence that Sanders will become a Saint has waned, while the belief that he could don a Steelers jersey has gained traction.
