In a matter of hours, Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders is likely to address what really happened this summer that made him stay away from Boulder. Many are thinking that Coach Prime is going to announce his retirement.
Sanders is going through some health issue, but neither he nor his loved ones has spoken anything regarding his health. The only thing we know at this point is that his underlying health concern made him lose over 14 pounds of weight.
Ahead of his scheduled press conference on Monday, Uncle Neely, a close family friend, has directly addressed the retirement rumors that have dominated online chatter. Neely acknowledged the tensions and speculations surrounding Deion Sanders’ situation.
“There’s some somberness to it, you know, but there’s also just unbridled optimism and enthusiasm because I know the end game,” Neely said on The Morning Run. “When I was in the room with the other big names, there was still a lot of speculation—you know, people don’t know. There are rumors out there: ‘He’s going to resign today.’ People are saying, ‘Oh, we knew this was coming because he’s not coaching his boys. He’s looking for a way out.’”
Neely added that people are misinterpreting the situation because they don’t know what really happened.
“That’s the furthest thing from the truth. When they find out what really happened, and the choices that he made—voluntary choices—it proves how much he wants to be a coach,” Neely added. “Because he could have taken it easier. He could have taken a different path and had a lighter load, but he chose the more aggressive path so that he could be back in time. The culture reminds me of Ronnie Lott saying, ‘If I can’t play, just take the finger off.’”
— Arch manning (@arch_manningcfb) July 28, 2025
Deion Sanders is Not Going Anywhere Amid Retirement Rumors
The said press conference is already underway and the first words coming out of Deion Sanders’ mouth that he isn’t going anywhere. Addressing the media in Boulder, Sanders said:
“You’re probably thinking something’s gonna happen that ain’t gonna happen…So wonderful seeing the team yesterday…”
#CUBuffs HC Deion Sanders takes the mic: "You probably thinking something gonna happen that ain't gonna happen…So wonderful seeing the team yesterday…"
— Oliver Hayes (@ocuhayes) July 28, 2025
So, those wondering if Sanders was going to say goodbye to college sports, particularly the Colorado Buffaloes, have speculated all wrong. While Sanders hasn’t yet disclosed his health condition but this message speaks more than just words.
Deion Sanders will be leading the Buffaloes this fall after the departure of standout players like his son Shedeur Sanders and Heisman winner Travis Hunter to the NFL.
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