The Surprising Reason Deion Sanders Finds Coaching ‘Easier’ Without His Sons on the Team

So, here we are—Colorado football stepping out of the spotlight that once shone brightly on Shedeur Sanders and Shilo, a transition stirring up quite the chatter at this year’s Big 12 media days. Critics seem convinced that without Coach Prime’s superstar sons, the Buffaloes might just stumble. But Deion Sanders, ever the maverick, sees a “phenomenal team” ready to redefine itself despite the big-name departures—including Heisman winner Travis Hunter. Now, isn’t it curious how shedding the dual role of dad and coach has somehow made Sanders’ job easier? No more juggling hats—he can focus purely on coaching these young athletes he now embraces like his own sons. It’s a fascinating new chapter, laced with challenges and fresh opportunities. And speaking of fresh, there’s a bold call from Sanders himself for the NCAA—a salary cap for NIL, mimicking the NFL’s playbook to tame the wild west of college endorsements. Because, let’s face it, when a player who isn’t the top talent lands a fat half-million-dollar deal elsewhere, it throws the whole competitive balance into chaos. Amidst all this, a promising name rises: true freshman Julian Lewis, poised to take the reins behind center and fill some mighty big shoes. The Buffs’ identity is evolving, and if you ask me, it’s a storyline worth following closely. LEARN MORE

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