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Fox News
2 days ago
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- Fox News
Deion Sanders calls out reports about his son's NFL draft meetings: 'Stop lying'
Deion Sanders is calling BS on reports about his son in his meetings with NFL teams ahead of the draft. In the days leading up to the draft, it was reported that Shedeur Sanders flopped in meetings, with one exec saying it was the "worst" and that he was "entitled." Other reports circulated that he was unprepared and nonchalant in the interviews - and it turned into an unprecedented slide that saw a possible top-three player fall all the way to the fifth round. Well, Coach Prime said that he felt the negative rumors came about because people "were afraid that I would go to the NFL" from Colorado. "They want to create these narratives and create these stories and then attach them to a kid that ain't never did nothing wrong," Sanders said on Asante Samuel's "Say What Needs To Be Said" podcast. "Stop lying. You gotta understand - my kids are built for everything… We've always been in front of the camera, so they know how to navigate, they know how to handle themselves, you're not gonna catch them in no foolery or no mess. "When you sit up there and say something like he went into a meeting unprepared, like, dude. Shedeur Sanders? Who has had six different [offensive] coordinators, who has still functioned and leveled up every time we brought somebody new in, and you're going to tell me he was unprepared? You're going to tell me he had on headphones? Anybody who knows my son understands he's a professional. He's going to go into a meeting with headphones on? Y'all, come on now." "It did hurt," Sanders continued. "But the Bible says God uses the foolish things to confound the wise. There was some foolish stuff that went on, but that gave them something that they needed. Like that edge that Tom [Brady] had, it gave them the edge that you had, it gave them the edge that I have. Folks said we weren't gonna be nothing. But we had to prove that. It gave them the edge that they needed. Both of them." Coach Prime offered a similar sentiment late last month when he called out "false rumors." "Let's Stop Lying today, tomorrow and the next day. Stop also trafficking false rumors or stories that don't involve not 1 witness that will stand by the story they told privately in order for it to circulate publicly," Sanders wrote on X. Eventually, the Cleveland Browns selected Sanders, but not before selecting Dillon Gabriel in the third round. The rookies make up 40% of the quarterback room which also includes Deshaun Watson, Joe Flacco, and Kenny Pickett. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
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Deion Sanders Makes Painful Shedeur Sanders Admission
Deion Sanders Makes Painful Shedeur Sanders Admission originally appeared on Athlon Sports. At long last, Colorado Buffaloes head football coach Deion Sanders went on the record with his true feelings about his son, Shedeur Sanders, falling to the Cleveland Browns in the 2025 NFL Draft. Advertisement More than one month after the Buffaloes' projected first-round QB prospect unexpectedly dropped to the 144th overall pick in the fifth round, Coach Prime admitted to Asante Samuel how it felt to see his son get passed up round after round. "They want to create these narratives and create these stories and then attach them to a kid that ain't never done nothing wrong," Sanders said on Samuel's "Say What Needs To Be Said" podcast on Friday. "How did that make you feel?" asked the former New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles cornerback. Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (left) and his father, Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders (right).Ken Blaze, Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images "You have no idea, man," the Colorado coach expressed with a twinge of sadness in his voice. "You have no idea." Advertisement Deion specifically referenced the allegations that Shedeur went into pre-draft interviews with NFL teams unprepared, including the rumor that the 23-year-old quarterback wore headphones during a meeting. Even as Samuel tried to move the conversation onto other topics, Coach Prime took one last chance to publicly share how much pain he felt during Shedeur's draft slide. "It did hurt, though," he admitted. Meanwhile, Shedeur is busy proving his worth on the field to his new team during Cleveland's organized team activities (OTAs) this offseason. "I like everything there is about Shedeur," Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski told ESPN Cleveland of the rookie's off-field demeanor. Advertisement He is in a quarterback battle that includes fellow Browns rookie Dillon Gabriel and NFL veterans Deshaun Watson, Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett. Related: Shedeur Sanders' Behavior Makes Impression on Browns QB Joe Flacco Related: Deion Sanders Had Words After Shedeur's Second Day of Browns Camp This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Deion Sanders Breaks Silence About Shedeur's NFL Draft Slide: 'Stop Lying'
Deion Sanders Breaks Silence About Shedeur's NFL Draft Slide: 'Stop Lying' originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Former NFL cornerback Asante Samuel made headlines recently when he argued he belonged in the same all-time conversation as Hall-of-Famer Deion Sanders. The bold claim sparked debate on social media, particularly when Samuel took aim at Sanders' well-known 'no T-step' philosophy, which is a footwork technique long associated with elite cornerback play. Advertisement The speculation around possible tension between the two prompted Sanders to appear on Samuel's podcast, 'Say What Needs to Be Said'. For the first quarter of the episode, the duo tackled their perceived beef. Sanders recounted a moment on NFL Network when he referred to Samuel as 'the best off-corner in the league.' It was a comment Samuel viewed as dismissive. According to Sanders, that was the turning point in their relationship. However, there is no bad blood between the two. The conversation shifted into a broader discussion about the state of the game, with Samuel expressing frustration that production is often overshadowed by media-driven hype. Advertisement The conversation eventually pivoted to a more personal topic with the NFL journeys of Sanders' sons, Shilo and Shedeur. This comes after the historic draft slide for Shedeur, who landed No. 144 in the fifth round to the Cleveland Browns. Coach Prime aired out his thoughts on the situation. "You have no idea and stop lying. My kids are built for everything, Sanders said. 'We had two TV shows, so they've always been in front of the camera. So, I know they know how to handle themselves. And you're not going to catch them in no foolery or no mess. So, when you sit up there and say something like he went in a meeting unprepared? "Dude? Like who? Shedeur Sanders? Who had six different coordinators. Who has still functioned and leveled up every time we brought someone new in and you're gonna tell me he was unprepared? You're gonna tell me he had on headphones? Anyone who knows my son understands he's a professional. He's gonna go to a meeting with headphones on? Y'all, come on man.' Even as Samuel tried to shift the conversation, Sanders dug deeper, revealing how the draft process affected his sons emotionally. He also believes there was an effort by NFL decision makers to block Shedeur during the draft. 'It's hurts man," Sanders added. "There was some foolishness up top, but it gave them something they needed. Like that edge that Tom (Brady) had? It gave them that edge they needed like we had. Folks that said we ain't gonna be nothing. We had to prove that. It gave them that edge they needed. Both of them.' Shilo, who's now with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, is already turning heads in offseason workouts. The undrafted rookie is earning praise for his intensity and leadership. The same traits he's carrying with him from Colorado. Related: LaJohntay Wester Sends Clear Message to Ravens Teammates During OTAs Meanwhile, Shedeur completed seven of nine passes for three touchdowns during Browns OTAs this week, according to ESPN Cleveland. Advertisement Related: Deion Sanders Makes Huge Announcement on Friday With both brothers chasing NFL dreams, the Sanders legacy is still very much alive from Tampa to Cleveland. As for Coach Prime's role at Colorado, signed a five-year, $54 million extension in March, becoming the highest-paid coach in the Big 12. It's bittersweet because it will be the first time without coaching his sons. Sanders and the Buffs open the 2025 season on August 29th against Georgia Tech (8 p.m. ET, ESPN). This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 31, 2025, where it first appeared.
Fox News
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Fox News
Deion Sanders sends reminder to Colorado players, staff amid holiday festivities
Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders had a message for players and staff as they got settled into their Memorial Day holiday on Sunday afternoon. Sanders hoped that everyone involved with his team stayed safe and used good judgment. "All my (Colorado Buffaloes) PLAYERS & STAFF. I love u @ I miss u. Please be safe & don't do anything to jeopardize your opportunity to be a Professional. Be careful out there because everyone around u ain't really down for u and everybody else is just there," he wrote. Sanders' message to Colorado personnel came as he has fired off cryptic messages on X. Last week, he called out "false stories" but did not explain exactly what he was talking about. "Let's Stop Lying today, tomorrow and the next day. Stop also trafficking false rumors or stories that don't involve not 1 witness that will stand by the story they told privately in order for it to circulate publicly," he wrote. Coach Prime has been put under the microscope amid his son, Shedeur Sanders, falling to the fifth round of the NFL Draft back in April. He has been his son's biggest supporter, and most of the NFL world was stunned to see the quarterback fall so far. Shedeur Sanders eventually found himself selected by the Cleveland Browns. He spoke about the online criticism he has received and said it was mostly because people have a negative perception of his father. "They don't care about other people's opinion of you," Sanders said of the younger generation while visiting a local high school, via "They go based off their own — 99% of hatred (directed at him) is toward pops. And then I'm just his son. But (the kids) didn't grow up in an era to where they watched him play. It's just the older generation that does it to me rather than the younger people. Because when I come in person, there's no negativity I see. But it's all over online. "So, that's why I say I like going (to schools) in person and actually meeting them, and any questions they have, I say, 'Just ask me whatever question you want. Pick any question. No filter, no anything.' That's what they say. And then I just answer whatever they need me to answer." Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Deion Sanders Had Words About Shedeur's Rookie Contract
As the Shedeur Sanders prepares for training camp with the Cleveland Browns, many people are talking about how he fits in the crowded QB room. After leaving Colorado as the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year, 'Grown' looks to make an impact any way he can. Sanders slid to the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft and lost an estimated $40 million in the process. However, he looks to turn a corner after signing a four-year, $4.6 million contract with the Browns. Advertisement There was a graphic that went viral on Instagram showing the difference between Deion Sanders' rookie deal with the Atlanta Falcons in 1989, which was $4.4 million, and the deal his son recently signed. Coach Prime had a proud dad moment in the process of commenting on the breakdown. '@shedeursanders Proud Father I am!! I love my kids and I pushed my kids to be greater to be better to correct my wrongs & magnify my rights. My kids are built for whatever comes their way. We're prepared for whatever because I got them no matter what!. Thank you Jesus. #Dad." Shedeur completed 353-of-477 passes (74.0%) for 4,134 yards with 37 touchdowns and 10 interceptions with an NFL QB rating of 117.0 and college passer rating of 165.9. In two seasons at CU, he threw for 7,364 yards with 64 touchdowns and 13 interceptions. Advertisement Related: Shedeur Sanders Featured in Star-Studded Gatorade Ad With Kendrick Lamar One of the most accomplished quarterbacks in college football history, Sanders completed 1,267-of-1,808 (70.1%) for 14,353 yards with 134 touchdowns and 27 interceptions. He threw a touchdown in an NCAA Division I record 49 straight games and is only one of two D1 quarterbacks to throw for 14,000 yards and complete 70 percent of his career passes. Despite only playing two seasons in Boulder, Sanders owns over 100 school records. Related: Browns Writer Shows True Colors on Shedeur Sanders The Browns first preseason game comes on Aug. 8 against the Carolina Panthers. Sanders' first time on the field in an NFL game. Deion Sanders Had Words About Shedeur's Rookie Contract first appeared on Athlon Sports on May 22, 2025
