Fresh Intel Reveals Deion Sanders Missed 'Official Duties' as Health Improves, Per Report

Deion Sanders Is Off the Sidelines for Now and Buffaloes Fans Are Watching Closely

It’s the heart of summer, and Colorado football’s biggest star isn’t on the recruiting trail, in the film room, or at the team’s youth camps. Instead, Coach Prime is quietly recovering away from Boulder, leaving fans wondering just how close he is to returning.

In a video posted Saturday by his son, Deion Sanders Jr., the legendary coach was seen fishing in Texas with Colorado standout Travis Hunter. While encouraging Hunter to reel in a fish, Sanders appeared upbeat but far from full throttle.

“It’s a beautiful thing,” Sanders Jr. said. “Coach Prime back active, moving around. God is great. Not back active moving around, but it’s progress.”

Yet even that bit of movement comes amid mounting concern. According to USA Today’s Brent Schrotenboer, Sanders has been away from his coaching duties since April and missed Colorado’s annual youth and high school football camps in June, events clearly outlined in his employment contract. His absence has fueled speculation and stirred unease among fans and insiders alike.

Contractual Duties Unfulfilled

Coach Prime’s contract requires him to run summer football camps, key events that develop local talent and keep the program front-of-mind for young athletes across Colorado. His no-show in June didn’t go unnoticed.

Brent Schrotenboer reported that Sanders “did not attend Colorado’s annual youth and high school camps,” even though organizing and appearing at them is officially listed in his job description.

Health Still a Major Hurdle

Sanders, 57, has long battled serious health issues, most notably blood clots in his legs. The complications led to the amputation of two toes and over 10 surgeries. He previously missed the 2023 Pac-12 media event due to these challenges.

This time, Sanders admitted on a podcast with Asante Samuel that his current condition is “at a whole nother level.” He revealed he’s lost about 14 pounds during this recent health scare.

Despite an optimistic tone in a June 11 post, “everything is OKAY”, his timeline for a full return remains a mystery.