“Don’t Make Yourself an Additional Target”: Stephen A. Smith Berates Deion Sanders’ Son Shedeur’s Rude Gesture

Stephen A. Smith is on it again and this time, his crude and honest opinion is directed at Coach Prime’s son Shedeur Sanders. Colorado Buffaloes is celebrating the fresh air of victory over the last 27-24 game after two back-to-back losses. But amid the celebration, the 55-year-old ESPN commentator has called out the Buffaloes’ star quarterback for his raw gesture. 

Shedeur Sanders is famous for the “Shedeur Effect” where he flashes his AP Royal Oak after a win. While Stephen A. Smith praises Deion Sanders for the recent win, his son’s cold attitude toward the opponents did not win his favor. Let’s see what he has to say about Shedeur Sanders and his watch antics on the field. 

Stephen A. Smith gives Shedeur Sanders a sound advice amid celebration

In a recent session on The Stephen A. Smith Show, the TV personality denounced Shedeur Sanders for his proud show after defeating the Arizona State Sun Devils. Stephen A. Smith said, “Shedeur Sanders is special. I don’t like when he’s showing the watch all the time.”

However, that is not where he stopped, the NFL expert went a step further and advised the young Sanders. He said, “In a sport like football, you don’t want to make yourself an additional target.“

The last game with the Arizona States ended the two consecutive losing streaks for Colorado who are now heading further into the season with 4-2. Shedeur Sanders led the team to victory by defeating States 27-24 and later went on to do ‘The Shedeur’ where he flashed his watch to the Arizona State fans. 

Shedeur Sanders is known for many things, including his diamond Audemars Piguet Royal Oak watch. This rare and timeless piece is bejeweled with Saki Diamonds and costs $70,000. He flashes the watch when the team secures a victory. This has become a trademark style of the 21-year-old who did the same thing twice before this incident. 

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While many might be impressed by this gesture of the young QB, Stephen A. Smith wasn’t one of them. He voiced his concerns over this crude display as Shedeur Sanders is still young and just starting to make a name for himself. He stated, “You throw a football, somebody comes from the backside, they can do anything to you.” Nonetheless, Smith showcased full support for Coach Prime who has built a legacy of his own. 

Coach Prime Deion Sanders has Stephen A. Smith’s undying support

Stephen A. Smith may have gotten on the bad side with Shedeur Sanders over the last game extravaganza. But, he fully supports and appreciates Coach Prime Deion Sanders and the Buffaloes for their last win against Arizona State. Crediting the football legend Deion Sanders for his efforts, the commentator talked about the transformation and popularity of Colorado college football. 

While the Buffaloes won the game, Deion Sanders wasn’t satisfied with the result and called it “hot garbage.“ Stephen A. Smith agrees with Coach Prime that they can be better. He said, “Deion Sanders has changed the culture. He has definitely provided the shine and notoriety. But with that comes the elevated level of responsibility… These are the kind of things that Deion Sanders is saying when he calls them hot garbage and I don’t blame him one bit.“

What do you think about The Shedeur Effect? Should the star quarterback cement his own style into his career or should he stick with Stephen A. Smith’s advice? Keep watching to see if we’ll see more of the flashy AP Royal Oak watch. 

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