“It’s a Gift”: Coach Prime Deion Sanders Turns “Student” for 71YO Legendary Coach in Humble Confession

The man, the myth, the legend! He’s the vision behind CU Buffs’ sporadic rise towards the top. With consecutive victories against TCU, Nebraska, and CO State. The HC Deion Sanders is a revelation at the newly revamped CU Buffs side. From winning just one game last year to making a mark this year, the HC’s been the architect behind the side’s redemption. Prime Time not only brought a new roster featuring 80-odd new athletes but also gave his students a chance to attract NIL deals.

He doesn’t mince his words and believes in delivering results. Such has been his presence that the entire NFL world is talking about Sanders. However, amidst all the recognition and adulation thrown towards the former NFL and baseball player. He sat down for an insightful conversation with the “60 Minutes” interview and shared loads of personal stuff. Amongst the things discussed, Sanders was asked about his role model. He gave a nuanced and elaborative answer for the same. While it took many by surprise, there were legitimate reasons as to why Coach Prime picked the name of his beloved role model.

Deion Sanders looks up to Coach Saban

With the world talking about Sanders’ turnaround on a listless CU Buffs team. To change it to a formidable side in the NCAA competition. There are several things that the side’s HC has got right. He is vocal behind the mic, gives fiery presentations, and loves backing his players. Recently, he sat down with the “60 Minutes” interview and we got to know about his different side. He also revealed the person he respects the most and his role model. Sanders said “I love and I adore and I respect every time I do a commercial with coach Saban, it’s a gift. Just sitting in his presence and hearing him.”

From one coach to another, Sanders holds the utmost regard for the Alabama Crimson Tide Football HC. Nick Saban is bigger in age than Sanders and it seems like Prime Time loves to get the deep perspectives from Saban. Just the manner in which CU Buffs describes his role model. It shows the respect and regard he has for Coach Saban. Sanders who’s still looking for ways to make Colorado one of the best NCAA teams revealed why he was stern with the players.

Why is Deion Sanders straightforward with Buffs’ players?

It’s no denying that since the completion of the 2022 NCAA season. The Colorado went into a dark place. With just one win in the entire season, the head coach and the management had their backs on the wall. Well, this was when Coach Prime was roped in as the side’s new HC. And he did what only Prime Time could do! Make the dull side into a champion outfit.

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Now, with three back-to-back wins against some of competitive teams in the league. Sanders was asked about his no-half-measures approach with the players and the importance of direct communication. The Pro HOF replied in a jiffy “I think the truth is good for the kids. We’re so busy lying we don’t even recognize the truth anymore in society. We want everybody to feel good. That’s not the way life is,” he added,  “Now, it is my job to make sure I have what we need to win. That makes a lot of people feel good – winning does.” Sanders brought a winning mindset into the squad and based his actions around his vision.

The reason for the rise of CU Buffs can be credited to Deion Sanders. He gives his all to the team and supports them in every facet of the game. Hopefully, the side goes on to win the championship for their HC this season!

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