Deion Sanders shuts down reporter after 'disrespectful' question

Coach Prime wants everyone to know he's happy in Boulder and not hearing outside noise

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Deion Sanders shut down a reporter during his Tuesday press conference after being asked if he considered leaving Colorado.

Known for his no-nonsense approach, Sanders responded sharply, “You’re going to talk like that with my AD in here? That’s so disrespectful. You’re going to talk about me going somewhere with my AD in here?” The comment highlighted Sanders’ loyalty to Colorado and his commitment to his current role.

Sanders addressed rumors linking him to other positions, a narrative that has surfaced repeatedly since his success at Colorado. He pointed out that such speculation began before the Buffaloes started winning under his leadership. Interestingly, Sanders remarked, “There’s a price for everything,” a statement that acknowledges the realities of high-profile coaching but stops short of confirming any interest in leaving. Despite the rumors, Sanders emphasized, “I’m happy here. I’m good. I’ve got a kickstand down,” underscoring his satisfaction with building the Colorado program.

The rumors about Sanders have been fueled by high-profile mentions, such as Michael Irvin's comments during the Netflix broadcast of the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight. Irvin, sitting next to Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, joked about getting in Jones’ ear about Sanders as a potential replacement for Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy, though McCarthy remains employed.

Sanders’ response to the reporter served as a reaffirmation of his dedication to Colorado, even as external chatter ties his name to NFL and other college coaching opportunities. His impact on the Buffaloes has been undeniable, making him one of the most talked-about coaches in sports.

The Buffaloes, sitting at a crucial point in their season, will face Kansas at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City for their final road game of the regular season. The game, an important Big 12 conference matchup, is set for a 3:30 p.m. ET kickoff on FOX, with Sanders and his team looking to end their season on a high note amidst the swirling speculation.