Colorado football coach Deion Sanders is currently at his home in Texas while managing an “unspecified health issue,” according to an ESPN report on Tuesday.
The 57-year-old Pro Football Hall of Famer has been away from campus as the University of Colorado’s summer football camps began last week, per USA Today.
Latest Update on Sanders’ Condition
Sanders’ oldest son, Deion Sanders Jr., provided a brief update during a YouTube livestream on Sunday, stating that his father was “feeling well” but did not disclose details about the health concern. There is currently no timetable for Sanders’ return to Boulder.
“He’ll tell y’all soon enough what he’s going through, what he went through,” Deion Jr. said, per USA Today. “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.”
Impact on Colorado Football
The Buffaloes are set to open their 2025 season at home against Georgia Tech on August 29. Sanders, who took over as head coach in 2023, led the team to a 9-4 (7-2 Big 12) record in 2024, marking a significant turnaround for the program.
However, Colorado lost two of its biggest stars to the 2025 NFL Draft:
- Travis Hunter (Heisman Trophy winner)
- Shedeur Sanders (star quarterback and Deion’s son)
Sanders’ absence comes at a crucial time as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
Previous Health Struggles
This is not the first time Sanders has faced health challenges. In 2022, he underwent surgery to amputate two toes due to blood clot complications. He also missed Pac-12 Media Day in 2023 because of blood clots in his legs.
Most recently, Sanders was scheduled to speak at a medical conference in Florida over the weekend but had to cancel.
The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research posted on X (formerly Twitter):
“Due to an unavoidable last-minute scheduling change, our originally scheduled Foundation Keynote Speaker, Deion Sanders ‘Coach Prime,’ is unable to attend. We are grateful for his support and look forward to future opportunities to welcome him.”
What’s Next?
As of now, there is no official statement from Sanders or the University of Colorado regarding the nature of his health issue or when he will return to coaching duties. Fans and players alike will be awaiting further updates.
Key Takeaways:
- Deion Sanders is away from Colorado due to an unspecified health issue.
- His son, Deion Jr., says he is “feeling well” but did not provide details.
- Sanders has a history of blood clot-related health problems.
- Colorado opens its season August 29 vs. Georgia Tech.
We will continue to monitor this developing story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
