Monshun Sales Sets His Sights on NFL Star Sauce Gardner

Sales Meets Colts Star in a Gauntlet Session

Monshun Sales is a rising phenom at Lawrence North High School, already boasting an impressive résumé for a junior. He hauled in 37 passes for 794 yards and nine touchdowns while also contributing 56 tackles on defense. His confidence is evident whenever he steps onto the field, and he is already dreaming of testing his skills against NFL talent.

When Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner stopped by a recent Lawrence North workout, the excitement was palpable. Sales approached Gardner and declared, “I’m coming to see you,” drawing encouragement from his teammates. Gardner’s curiosity sparked a light‑hearted banter about recording the encounter.

Coach Emphasizes Sales’ Ranking as Top Receiver

Head coach Pat Mallory chimed in, reminding Gardner that Sales is “the No. 1 receiver in the nation.” He added, “I didn’t know if you knew that or not.” Mallory’s remark underscored just how highly the Wildcats rate their star receiver.

Sales plans to announce his college commitment at noon ET on Friday, leaving recruiters on the edge of their seats. His top choices include Indiana, Alabama, Texas, Ohio State and LSU. The decision will likely shape the future of the program and provide a spotlight on his recruiting saga.

Gardner asked, “Are you trying to put me on a (video) clip?” and Sales nodded. He later told Mallory, “I’m gonna show up with all my equipment on.” The Colts corner said he could relate, noting, “If I had ever seen an NFL athlete, I’m, like, ‘Yeah, let’s line up. That’s some stuff that I would do.’”

This cross‑generation meetup highlights the growing appetite of elite high‑school prospects to gauge their readiness against professional players. For Sales, facing an NFL cornerback offers a realistic preview of the speed and technique he’ll encounter at the next level. Meanwhile, Gardner’s willingness to engage shows how veteran players can inspire younger talent, creating a narrative of competition that fuels both sides.