Miami coach Mario Cristobal took a shot at ESPN's Mel Kiper, Jr. over his perceived lack of appreciation for Cam Ward while praising Shedeur Sanders.

Kiper fired back at Cristobal, noting he had Ward slotted higher on his big board (sixth) than any other draft expert. Kiper also added that he didn't speak with Deion or Shedeur Sanders.

Mel Kiper Jr. apparently didn’t feel the need to check in with the coach who may know Cam Ward best.

Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders defended analyst Mel Kiper Jr. over his perceived favoritism of Shedeur Sanders over Cam Ward during his NFL Draft coverage. Kiper said he didn't speak with ...

Mario Cristobal, Cam Ward's coach at Miami, said he "never talked to" ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. on a draft night where most focus was on Shedeur Sanders.

Mel Kiper Jr. Calls out Titans QB Cam Ward's College Coach The ESPN draft analyst was criticized for his coverage of the Tennessee Titans' draft. Jarrett Bailey | May 15, 2025 ...

Mel Kiper Jr. responded via social media on Wednesday to claims from Mario Cristobal that seem to have questioned Kiper's credibility.

It feels like Cam Ward has pretty much held off Shedeur Sanders for honors as the No. 1 quarterback prospect in the 2025 NFL Draft. ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper Jr., though, might not be thinking ...

Despite draft buzz suggesting a slide, ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. places Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders above projected No. 1 pick Cam Ward in his final NFL Draft big board.

Mel Kiper Jr. explained his ranking by highlighting Sanders’ mental and physical toughness. Despite taking 99 sacks over the past two seasons, Sanders posted impressive offensive numbers.

Mel Kiper Jr. apparently didn’t feel the need to check in with the coach who may know Cam Ward best. Miami head coach Mario Cristobal revealed he did not hear from ESPN’s draft guru leading ...