Deion Sanders Jr. Steps Up to Shield Father Coach Prime and Colorado From Malicious Attacks on Family

Deion Sanders’ tenure at Colorado, which was expected to bring a fresh start, has been marred by a series of player departures. This wave of exits has sparked a debate on Coach Prime’s coaching style, with some attributing the departures to Sanders’ alleged favoritism toward his sons, Shedeur and Shilo. 

Adding fuel to the fire, the team’s former cornerback recruit Cormani McClain publicly stated his desire to leave, citing a preference for a team that values “clicks” over talent. This fueled online criticism of Deion Sanders’ leadership and his ability to retain players. However, Deion Sanders Jr. has stepped up to defend his father and the team, directly addressing the negativity surrounding them.

Coach Prime’s son sends a sarcastic message to haters

Deion Sanders Jr. has taken a proactive stance against the growing online negativity surrounding his father and the Colorado Buffs football program. He recently shared a post on his X handle, captioned “All I see,” which featured a self-proclaimed “hater” showcasing the mentality of those who criticize relentlessly. By sharing this video, Deion Jr. aimed to draw attention to the unfair and often baseless criticism of the Sanders family.

The online community is sharply divided over the influence of Deion Sanders and his sons on the Colorado football program. While some accuse them of arrogance and misleading players into joining the team, others staunchly support the CU Buffs team and head coach, arguing that they are merely defending themselves. Deion Jr. has been vocal in his defense of his family, but this is not the first time he has had to confront online hostility. 

Deion Sanders Jr. takes a shot at sports media

Deion Sanders Jr. recently went on the offensive, calling out major sports outlets for what he sees as unfair attacks on Coach Prime and the Colorado Buffaloes. He accused them of exploiting Sanders’ name for attention.

Deion Jr. took a dig at one of the outlets, highlighting how they had Sanders’ “picture pinned at the top“ for visibility and popularity. While Deion Jr. clearly won’t back down from online critics, his father, Coach Prime, must focus on improving the team’s on-field performance. Ultimately, victories are the best way to silence the negativity rather than creating online feuds.