Deion Sanders Didn’t Let His Cancer Get in the Way of His Sons’ NFL Careers: “I Wanted Them To Really Focus…”

Deion Sanders, Colorado Buffaloes head coach, battled and defeated an aggressive form of bladder cancer. He kept his diagnosis a secret from his sons, Shilo and Shedeur, to allow them to focus on their NFL aspirations. Both sons are now with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Cleveland Browns, respectively. Sanders is recovering and preparing for the 2025 season.