Deion Sanders Opens Up About Rumored Health Issue

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders walks the sidelines as his team takes on the ASU Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Oct. 7, 2023.

Deion Sanders, the charismatic head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, is facing a health challenge that has kept him away from the program. At 57, Coach Prime is currently recuperating in Texas, taking the time he needs to focus on his well-being.

Over the weekend, his son, Deion Jr., provided an update during a YouTube stream, sharing that while his father is dealing with an unspecified health issue, he is on the mend. “He’ll tell y’all soon enough what he’s going through, what he went through,” Deion Jr. mentioned, expressing his commitment to staying close until his father is ready to return to Boulder. His support highlights the bond between them as they navigate this tough time together.

Reports indicate that Sanders has been absent from his usual duties in Colorado, particularly during the start of the school’s summer football camps. While his return remains unclear, Deion Jr.’s encouraging words suggest that his father is “feeling well” as he focuses on recovery.

On Tuesday, Deion Sanders took to social media to share his thoughts, although he did not specifically address his health issues. His message resonated deeply, urging his followers to embrace each day fully and to remain steadfast in their beliefs. “Let’s attack today with all we have. Let’s give today everything we got,” he wrote, embodying the motivational spirit he is known for. His words remind us of the resilience he often encourages in players and fans alike.

Moreover, on Monday, he shared an empowering sentiment that speaks to his philosophy: “I know you’re faced with a task that seems like it’s impossible to come out of this with a win. The enemy wants your mind, and he wants it to doubt that GOD CAN! You got this, but you’ve got to BELIEVE all the way through this, and then after. You will have the victory.” It’s clear that regardless of his current struggle, Sanders remains committed to inspiring those around him, demonstrating the same passion and determination he brings to the game.

As Coach Prime takes the necessary steps toward recovery, the Buffaloes community and college football fans are rallying behind him, sending well-wishes for a swift return to the sidelines.