There has been speculation about the end of the Deion Sanders era in Boulder since the moment he first took the Colorado job. Fans, particularly those not fond of Coach Prime, have been adamant in their belief that Sanders would be looking for a way out following the departures of Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders.

A broken clock is right twice a day, and eventually those fans will be right, too. One day, Sanders will leave Colorado. Whether it’s for another job or whether he’s just walking away from coaching. That day could come as early as tomorrow, though it still seems unlikely, despite the best wishes of the armchair know-it-alls.

Sanders has been notably absent from Boulder for a few months. He has once again been dealing with health-related issues that have unfortunately been prevalent for the Pro Football Hall of Famer in the last few years. His current issues are not yet known, but many have assumed he is once again dealing with the blood-clots that have long been an issue for him.

Deion Sanders’ upcoming press conference has people expecting the worst

An answer to that question seems to finally be coming. Sanders is back at Colorado now and will be hosting a press conference Monday morning with his medical team there to help answer questions. The presence of his medical team has led to more questions and rampant speculation, with many believing Sanders is either going to immediately walk away or is just laying the groundwork for a future exit, ala Urban Meyer at Florida.

That, of course, doesn’t take into account the very real health issues that Coach Prime has endured in recent years. I don’t believe his losing a couple of toes was part of a grand scheme to walk away from coaching.

But people on social media have been running with the Urban Meyer theory. Meyer had reported health problems in the aftermath of Florida’s 2009 SEC Championship Game loss to Alabama, and with Tim Tebow exhausting his eligibility, many speculated he was looking for an exit to avoid a rebuild in Gainesville.

Meyer announced his resignation, changed it to a leave of absence, took a few months off during the offseason, and then returned as the Gators’ coach for the 2010 season. He “retired” following the 2010 season and a 7-5 record. Meyer ultimately took the 2011 season off before resurfacing as the head coach at Ohio State in 2012.

Of course, Meyer had a higher pedigree as a coach than Sanders and was always going to be highly sought after on the coaching market. He won two National Championships during his time at Florida. While Sanders has undeniably done a good job turning around the Buffaloes, his 13-12 overall record at the FBS level is not going to put him in as high of a demand on the open market if he took a similar sabbatical. He’d have a market, but it is debatable whether he would find a better job than the one he currently has.

Colorado has given Sanders all he needs to succeed. He has complete control of the program, has had zero issues acquiring talent, and is in a wide-open conference that should afford him strong opportunities to ultimately win the league and make the College Football Playoff down the line.

Colorado may have to take a small step backward in 2025 to accomplish that, as replacing Shedeur at QB and two-way superstar Travis Hunter won’t be easy, but Coach Prime is building a sustainable winner in Boulder. It’s unlikely he would walk away from that, unless his health issues have just made it impossible for him to be on the sidelines.

Deion Sanders appears fully recovered and ready to return to action. After spending a couple of months battling an unspecified health condition, the Colorado head coach announced his comeback-making sure to thank those who supported him, including one especially unexpected name.

While the precise nature of Sanders’s health issue remains unknown, he has a well-documented history of blood clots and circulation problems. These complications have previously required emergency surgery and even led to the amputation of two toes.

This time, his condition didn’t land him in the hospital. Instead, Sanders chose the solitude of his Texas ranch to focus on healing. But he wasn’t alone. In fact, he was surrounded by his extended family-and an unexpected new friend who played a pivotal role in his recovery.

His secret weapon? A superstar in the kitchen

Nutrition is essential to recovery, and in Sanders’s case, celebrity chef Eric Smoot took charge of his meals throughout the process. His contributions were so impactful that Coach Prime went out of his way to praise him.

Smoot recently shared a photo of himself alongside a noticeably slim Sanders, with the caption: “An absolute honor to cook for the legendary @deionsanders over the past few weeks. Grateful for the chance to serve excellence right in his kitchen.”

Sanders quickly responded: “You blessed the home, my brother. Your spirit, your meals, your preparation & your tidiness was ! God bless you, man,” showing the humility and positivity that have defined his career.

What comes next for Coach Prime

On Monday, July 28, Sanders, his medical team, and University of Colorado officials will hold a press conference to provide updates on his condition. While it’s unclear how much detail will be revealed, the school has promised “general and team updates.”

As of now, all signs point to Sanders returning-at least partially-to his coaching duties in time to prep the Buffaloes for the FBS regular season, kicking off Saturday, August 23.

And if Coach Prime is back on the sidelines and firing on all cylinders, fans might just have a chef to thank.

Deion Sanders’ future at Colorado hangs in the balance as Coach Prime’s ongoing health battles spark intense speculation about his potential departure from the program. The Pro Football Hall of Famer’s extended absence from key team activities has left Buffaloes fans wondering if their high-profile coach might be planning an exit strategy, especially with both his sons now headed to the NFL.

Why Are Deion Sanders’ Health Struggles Creating Exit Speculation?

As questions swirl about Sanders’ future with Colorado football, concerns about the coach’s long-standing health struggles are once again drawing attention. A resurfaced video from two years ago shows Sanders reflecting on his serious medical battles.

“I’ve never not trusted God,” Sanders said during an appearance on Thee Pregame Network. “Throughout my whole journey of losing two toes, and the sides of my leg cut out, right now. I’ve trusted God through that whole process. I’ve never flinched and said ‘God, why me?’ And questioned anything that transpired.”

Sanders, 57, had two toes amputated in 2021 while coaching at Jackson State. He has also faced ongoing complications due to poor circulation in his left foot. Later, in a video, doctors expressed concern that he could potentially lose his left foot due to insufficient blood flow.

“I have a mission. I have a calling. I have a purpose. And God has a plan for me,” Sanders said in that video. “I can still conclude my plan. And I can still manifest the plan with one foot. That ain’t going to stop His purpose.”

Sanders also joked about the situation, wondering aloud what kind of prosthetic he might receive. “They will find me a prosthetic, and I’ll get that 2025 foot, and whoooo…whoo…still hit that dance,” he said.

His medical history has become a focal point among fans debating his future. Toe amputation has also taken central stage in the current ongoing speculations among fans, but not without sarcasm.

“Deion is leaving all the losers that remain at Colorado. He’ll be spending time in Cleveland with shedeur while usurping power from Kevin stefanski so he can ultimately weasel his way to Browns head coach. And he’s getting another toe amputated.”

“He won’t coach this year I’d bet. No other reason to have a press conference about his health,” another quipped.

His health has remained a focal point this offseason. Last month, reports emerged that the Pro Football Hall of Famer was dealing with an undisclosed illness, sidelining him temporarily.

What Will Monday’s Medical Press Conference Reveal?

According to a university release, a press conference featuring Sanders and his medical team is scheduled for Monday. Representatives from CU Anschutz and UC Health are expected to join Sanders and share “general and team updates.”

The event follows weeks of uncertainty surrounding Sanders’ health and limited presence during Colorado’s offseason workouts.

Deion Sanders and his medical team will hold a press conference on Monday. https://t.co/hKH4KR81Cc — ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) July 27, 2025

Health concerns have sidelined Sanders from key spring and summer activities, including youth football camps, USA Today reported in June. While he did appear at the Big 12 Media Days earlier this month, Sanders acknowledged that he was still not fully recovered.

“I’m already back,” Sanders said on July 9. “I’m here today. I’m handling my responsibilities. So, I look forward to it. I can’t wait.”

However, his recovery appeared incomplete. In a video posted by his son Deion Sanders Jr. on July 20, Sanders added,

“You know I’m still going through something. . . . I ain’t all the way recovered.”

Fans have speculated about his future, with some comparing the situation to former coach Urban Meyer’s unexpected exits. One fan commented,

“Done in Colorado. Take the year, do TV. Wait for a big time job opening.”

If D pulls off an Urban Meyer, cant even hate it. Why? Because Urban Meyer did it 2x. — Glockymolo 🥑 (@BBlanco718) July 27, 2025

Another said, “Bro pulling an Urban Meyer now that the kids are gone.”

This is where he “steps away” from Colorado now that the kids are gone lol — JM (@J__Mruk) July 27, 2025

The timing has raised eyebrows among Colorado supporters. With both Shedeur and Shilo Sanders and Travis Hunter now preparing for NFL careers, some wonder if Coach Prime’s motivation to remain in Boulder has diminished. Sanders has spent much of this offseason recovering at his ranch in Texas.

Monday’s press conference promises to provide clarity on both Sanders’ health status and his commitment to the Colorado program heading into the 2025-26 season.

Boulder, CO – Colorado head football coach Deion Sanders is no stranger to media attention. The former NFL superstar has had the eyes of the nation on him since arriving in Boulder in 2023. However, the stories surrounding Sanders have been different this summer.

Sanders has been absent for a large portion of Colorado’s offseason trainings due to “health issues.” While it has not yet been revealed as to what exactly is going on with Sanders, fans won’t have to wait long for an update regarding his health.

According to Chris Vannini of The Athletic, Sanders is expected to meet with the media on Monday morning in Boulder with his medical team to update his health.

Colorado says Deion Sanders will hold his first fall camp press conference on Monday, and the event will include Sanders’ medical team. pic.twitter.com/JfHSjF3vWt — Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini) July 25, 2025

The press conference is currently scheduled for 11 a.m. MT/1 p.m. ET on Monday, July 28th.

Despite some speculating that Sanders will retire, this does not appear to be the case given his recent posts on X. On Friday, the 57-year old shared that he was “Back and Feeling Great!”

Back and Feeling Great! — COACH PRIME (@DeionSanders) July 25, 2025

Nonetheless, we all wish Sanders a speedy recovery with the mysterious illness that he has been battling for several months now.

Deion Sanders and Colorado travel to Morgantown to take on West Virginia on November 8th.

Stay tuned to The Voice of Morgantown for updates regarding the health of Deion Sanders.

(Photo by University of Colorado Boulder Athletics)

After months of speculation, Deion Sanders is stepping up to provide clarity on the health issue that’s had fans concerned. The University of Colorado head football coach is set to speak at a press conference Monday alongside his medical team, which includes experts from CU Anschutz and UC Health.

The press conference will cover Sanders’ personal health and general updates related to the team. The Hall of Famer has been battling a mysterious health concern for several months and temporarily stepped away from the program in April to focus on treatment. While he’s shared occasional updates, he’s largely kept the nature of his condition under wraps.

That changed slightly on Friday when Sanders shared a hopeful message on social media. “Back and Feeling Great!” he posted, giving fans and the college football world a sigh of relief.

This appearance also comes just months after Sanders inked a five-year, $54 million contract extension in March. That deal silenced talk of a potential move to the Dallas Cowboys and confirmed his commitment to building something long-term in Boulder.

On the field, Colorado is 13-12 under Sanders’ leadership. After a tough 4-8 debut season, the Buffaloes bounced back in 2024 with a 9-4 record and a postseason appearance, though they fell short to BYU in the Alamo Bowl.

Now, all eyes are on Monday’s press conference, where Sanders is expected to finally lift the curtain on what he’s been dealing with behind the scenes.

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