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Players who are highly regarded going into the draft, those who are almost guaranteed top picks, can afford to skip events or brush off interviews. However, Sanders's situation was vastly different. With his perceived talent not aligned with the expectations he set for himself, entering the pre-draft process with a measured dose of humility would have served him better. NFL teams are inclined to overlook various personal flaws if they believe in a player's talent. However, when personal attitude and performance do not meet expectations, the tolerance levels significantly diminish.