For the first time in years, Deion Sanders is watching from the sidelines in a way that’s deeply personal. As his sons Shilo and Shedeur Sanders take the next step in their football careers and enter the NFL, Coach Prime is experiencing a role shift he didn’t quite prepare for: going from head coach to just “dad.”
“This is the first time we don’t have control,” Sanders said recently, reflecting on the unique emotions surrounding the NFL Draft process for his two sons. “I like just being the dad, but I am excited about the potential of going to the next level and where they are gonna go”
Deion Sanders Admits He Can’t Control What Comes Next for His Sons
Sanders, who has been at the center of a media storm since taking over at Colorado, has coached both Shilo and Shedeur, guiding their growth as both athletes and men. But now, as they enter the world of professional football, he admits that letting go isn’t easy.
Yikes: Deion Sanders on where he wanted Shedeur Sanders to be drafted:
Interviewer: “Cleveland?”
Coach Prime: “What did you say?”
Interviewer: “Cleveland?”
Coach Prime: “We are praying for the Giants right now, yes, we are.”
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— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) April 29, 2025
The 2025 NFL Draft brought unexpected twists for the Sanders family, especially for Shedeur. Despite being one of college football’s most recognizable quarterbacks over the past two seasons, Shedeur surprisingly fell out of the first two rounds, leaving many analysts stunned.
As Shedeur waited for his name to be called, he became the target of a cruel prank, a fake phone call that briefly made it seem like his dream was coming true. It didn’t sit well with the Sanders family or fans, and it added a layer of frustration to an already emotional process.
Shedeur and Shilo aren’t just top-tier athletes, they’re two of the most high-profile players to ever enter the draft with a Hall of Fame father as both mentor and coach. Deion’s influence has been undeniable, but now, he recognizes it’s time for them to forge their own paths.
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Whether they go in the next round or sign as free agents, both Shilo and Shedeur are ready to write the next chapter of the Sanders legacy. And Deion, though admittedly uneasy, is ready to watch.
As always, Coach Prime keeps it real, and this time, his message is simple: let go, believe, and be proud.
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