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Newsweek
22-07-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Concerning Update Emerges Amid Deion Sanders' Mystery Health Scare
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. There's still no clarity on what exactly Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders has been dealing with in the months following the NFL draft, but "Coach Prime" recently revealed a small detail about his recovery. Sanders has been battling a mystery health issue for the better part of four months now, and things were serious enough that whatever he's going through has caused him to drop a significant amount of weight in the process. "I've done no media," Sanders told Asante Samuel on his "Say What Needs to Be Said" podcast not long after the 2025 NFL draft. "I've done nothing for a minute. So coming on with you is something. I ain't been in front of nobody for a minute. I lost about 14 pounds. I'm coming back, but I needed this." Fans grew concerned for Sanders, 57, when he didn't appear at any of Colorado's football camps over the summer, and then his eldest son, Deion Sanders Jr., confirmed to USA Today that his father was dealing with a pretty significant health issue at the end of June. More Football: Urban Meyer Doesn't Hold Back on Deion Sanders' Colorado Culture Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes walks on the field during the Black and Gold Spring Game at Folsom Field on April 19, 2025 in Boulder, Colorado. Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes walks on the field during the Black and Gold Spring Game at Folsom Field on April 19, 2025 in Boulder, ONIT "He'll tell y'all soon enough what he's going through, what he went through," Deion Jr. said. "When we get back to Boulder, I don't know. I'm waiting until my dad leaves. When he leaves, then I'll go. Until then, I'm going to sit here with him." When Sanders was forced to cancel a speaking engagement last-minute for the Sickle Cell Disease Research & Educational Symposia back in early July, it got even more people talking. And while there's been no public update regarding Sanders' condition or what mystery illness he's been battling, the two-time Super Bowl champion revealed in a video on his family's YouTube channel that he's still not out of the woods yet health-wise. "You know I'm still going through something," Sanders informed his daughter Shelomi as she tried to convince him to join her in an ice bath. "I ain't all the way recovered." Whatever Sanders is going through must be fairly serious to still be affecting him months after the fact, though it's not expected to hinder him being ready for the team's season opener against Georgia Tech on Aug. 29. More Football: Chiefs' Andy Reid Drops Major Hint About Travis Kelce's NFL Retirement The video also shows Sanders a bit hesitant to get into the outdoor ice bath before climbing in up to his knees. "I'm going to show you I ain't scared," Sanders bragged. "I used to do this for a living. It'll get my body back right." Sanders stayed in the ice tub for less than a minute before exiting for good. The nine-time Pro Bowler has dealt with his share of health-related incidents over the years. He had two toes amputated and part of his left calf removed, and he's also dealt with blood clots in his legs.
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Proposed trade sends Colorado Buffaloes football legend Shedeur Sanders to Jaguars to reunite with Travis Hunter
The hype for Shedeur Sanders this offseason took an unexpected detour after a pair of speeding violations, but the 23-year-old signal-caller remains the most discussed rookie heading into training camp. He, albeit theoretically, has a chance to ascend the Cleveland Browns' depth chart and eventually become the club's starting quarterback next season. Advertisement Outside of drafting him, the franchise hasn't exactly signaled that it has unwavering faith in the Colorado product. He's yet to practice with the starting offense, and given Joe Flacco's experience and Dillon Gabriel's superior draft position, he will likely start the campaign as the QB4. But could another team needing a spark roll the dice and try to make a move for Shedeur? On a recent "Say What Needs to Be Said" livestream, former NFL All-Pro corner Asante Samuel Sr. analyzed the idea of sending Shedeur to Jacksonville to pair with his college teammate, Travis Hunter. "Trevor Lawrence has two number one receivers—is he going to be able to get them the ball?" Samuel said. "I think not. Lawrence isn't as good as he was as a college prospect." Advertisement Samuel went on to suggest that Shedeur going to Jacksonville would be impossible because no other organization would want to take on Lawrence's contract. The Jags' gunslinger is under contract through 2030, with a cap hit north of over $70M in his last two years of the deal. He's still young enough and has the ideal tools that some franchise would have interest in Lawrence, but not at that price. Although seeing the Hunter-to-Shedeur connection at the pro level would be must-watch television, it's not happening anytime soon. Jacksonville is clearly committed to Lawrence for the next few years, and Shedeur should worry about trying to compete with Gabriel before attempting to replace a recent first overall pick.
Newsweek
12-06-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Shedeur Sanders Breaks Silence on Deion Sanders' Health Issues
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Given the events of the last two weeks, many have expressed concern for the health of Colorado head coach Deion Sanders. During an appearance on former NFLer Asante Samuel's "Say What Needs to Be Said" podcast, Sanders explained that he had stayed out of the public eye since the 2025 NFL draft at the end of April because he was battling some health-related challenges that have caused him to drop 14 pounds. Then over the weekend, Sanders abruptly canceled his speaking engagement for the Sickle Cell Disease Research & Educational Symposia, and suddenly, fans had more questions than answers about what was really going on with Sanders. And while things have most been quiet from "Coach Prime's" camp, Mary Kay Cabot tried to get to the bottom of things by asking Sanders' son Shedeur, the Browns' 2025 fifth-round pick who's battling for a spot in a crowded quarterback room that also features Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and 2025 third-round pick Dillon Gabriel. Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes talks with Shedeur Sanders #2 prior to a game against the UCF Knights at FBC Mortgage Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes talks with Shedeur Sanders #2 prior to a game against the UCF Knights at FBC Mortgage Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Orlando, asked Shedeur if there were any details he could divulge about his father's health, to which the 23-year-old QB quickly side-stepped the question. "Yeah I don't know what's going on [with my dad]," Shedeur said. "So I'm not here to talk about Pops and them. I'm here to be the Quarterback of the Cleveland Browns." When Cabot pushed further on the issue, Shedeur pushed back, making it known he wasn't comfortable speaking about the circumstances of his dad's ongoing health issues. "I'm focused on learning this playbook and everything I need to do to be the most successful quarterback I could be," Shedeur continued. "And be the best teammate I can be. Outside of that, I don't really have any thoughts on anything outside this game." Mary Kay Cabot tried it. Slid in a question about Prime's health, hoping Shedeur would slip. He didn't even blink. Kept it pro — talked QB growth, being a dawg for his team, and owning that playbook. Media fishing, but Shedeur ain't biting. 🎣#ShedeurSanders #DawgPound #NFL — Ossacin's Ducktail (@OssacinDucktail) June 10, 2025 So far the only clarity on what's going on behind the scenes has come from Deion's eldest son, Deion Sanders Jr., who recently disclosed during a YouTube live video that Deion was "feeling well" and that the details of what he's going through are his dad's to share. Deion himself acknowledged on Wednesday morning that he's doing fine while thanking everyone who reached out and wished him well while he's away from the Colorado football team. "Wow, I am truly blessed for the abundance of well wishes, for all the thoughts and all of the prayers. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! 🙏🏾 ," Deion wrote on X. "I can assure you all that everything is OKAY and will continue to be so. God got me like no other. "I have so much more work to do to Glorify God so please believe God got me! I'm excited to get back to Colorado to be at home with my staff, team & all associated to our program. When we arrive back to Boulder you will be updated on everything. Until then, I'M COMING BABY, #CoachPrime."
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Deion Sanders Cancels Speaking Engagement as Rumors Swirl
Deion Sanders Cancels Speaking Engagement as Rumors Swirl originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Deion Sanders was originally scheduled to be the keynote speaker for The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR) in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. this weekend. However, he was replaced by NBA legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson. Advertisement "Due to an unavoidable last-minute scheduling change, our originally scheduled Foundation Keynote Speaker, Deion Sanders 'Coach Prime,' is unable to attend," the foundation's website read. "We are grateful for his support and look forward to future opportunities to welcome him." The sudden drop out from the conference in his home state has many wondering if Sanders' current health issues might've played a factor. While nothing has been confirmed by Sanders or Colorado, rumors are swirling about his future. Ten days ago, the Colorado Buffaloes coach made his first public appearance in weeks on Asante Samuel's 'Say What Needs to Be Said' podcast and explained why he's been away. "I've done no media. I've done nothing for a minute, Sanders said. "So coming on with you is something. I ain't been in front of nobody for a minute. I lost about 14 pounds. I'm coming back, but I needed this." When Samuel asked if fasting was involved, Sanders replied by saying it was more serious. Related: Former Colorado Defensive Coordinator Reveals Travis Hunter's Ideal NFL Role Sanders' health challenges have been widely reported over the past four years. He previously underwent multiple surgeries related to blood clots, resulting in the amputation of two toes on his left foot while at Jackson State. In late 2024, Sanders said doctors advised removing the remaining toes, which he declined. Advertisement Related: Where Shedeur Sanders Stands in Browns' QB Depth Chart Today Sanders signed a five-year, $54 million extension with Colorado in March. He became the highest-paid coach in the Big 12 conference and currently ranks within the top ten nationally. The Buffaloes open the 2025 season against Georgia Tech on Friday, August 29 (8 p.m. ET, ESPN). This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 9, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Deion Sanders' Son Says Fathers' Return to Boulder Uncertain in Surprise Update
Deion Sanders' Son Says Fathers' Return to Boulder Uncertain in Surprise Update originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Colorado Buffaloes may be charging toward the 2025 season, but their head coach, Deion 'Coach Prime' Sanders, is far from the spotlight, and that absence is raising concern. Advertisement Sanders, 57, has been holed up at his estate in Canton, Texas, quietly grappling with an undisclosed health issue that has sidelined him from team activities and a prominent speaking engagement. While speculation swirls, his eldest son, Deion Sanders Jr., offered a rare update from their home, aiming to reassure fans, but leaving the timeline for his father's return open-ended. 'He'll tell y'all soon enough what he going through, what he went through,' Sanders Jr. said on a YouTube livestream on June 8. 'When we get back in Boulder, I don't know. I'm waiting until my dad leaves. When he leaves, then I'll go.' Coach Prime's absence was particularly notable at Colorado's annual summer football camps, an event he attended in both 2023 and 2024. His involvement is not only expected by fans but contractually outlined by the university. Yet this year, his presence has only been felt in marketing materials, not on the field. More fuel was added to the fire when Sanders abruptly canceled a high-profile keynote appearance at The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research symposium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on June 8. NBA Hall-of-Famer Magic Johnson was brought in last-minute to replace him. The official reason given: an 'unavoidable last-minute scheduling change.' But with Sanders' known health history, including multiple surgeries due to blood clots and the amputation of two toes, the cancellation has fans fearing something more serious. Advertisement Sanders hinted at the severity during a rare public appearance on Asante Samuel's podcast, Say What Needs to Be Said. 'I lost about 14 pounds,' he said. 'I'm coming back, but I needed this… What I'm dealing with right now is at whole other level.' Despite the weight loss and his disappearance from the public eye, those close to Sanders insist he's on the mend. CU athletic trainer Lauren Askevold, who's been by his side through previous complications, is reportedly with him in Texas. And his son insists he's 'feeling well.' Deion Sanders and his son Deion Sanders Sanders Jr./Well Off Media But until Coach Prime reappears on the sidelines in Boulder, fans are left with questions, and growing concern. Advertisement The Buffaloes are set to open their 2025 season against Georgia Tech on Aug. 29, with national expectations riding high following Sanders' five-year, $54 million extension. Now the biggest question isn't about quarterback battles or recruiting classes, it's about whether Coach Prime will be physically ready to lead. Related: Tony Grossi Has Words for Shedeur Sanders Hype: 'He's a Developmental QB' Related: Jordan Domineck Joins Athlon Sports as College Football Reporter This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
