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Deion Sanders coaching speculation divides fans after Florida State's opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 12:57 PM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Deion Sanders coaching speculation divides fans after Florida State's opener

Summary

Deion Sanders has faced scrutiny from fans regarding his potential move to Florida State after the Seminoles' 34-17 win over New Mexico State on August 30. While some fans support the idea, others express skepticism, pointing out that Florida State has struggled in recent seasons, failing to reach the postseason in the last two years. Sanders, currently leading Colorado, has had a challenging tenure after his team finished 3-9 last season. His reputation remains strong despite this, and if Florida State does not improve in 2026, discussions about a new coaching direction may intensify.

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By the Numbers

•Florida State wins season opener 34-17 vs. New Mexico State.
•Fan speculation links Deion Sanders to the Florida State coaching job.
•Sanders has a mixed record at Colorado since taking charge.
•Florida State has not reached postseason play in two seasons.

Latest Updates

12:57 PMYahoo Sports — ‘PLEASE TAKE HIM,’ ‘You Wanna Get Worse?’ — Wild Deion Sanders to Florida State Proposal Divides CFB Fans Straight Down the Middle

What they're saying

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From his personal health struggles to his son Shilo Sanders’ legal issues, Deion Sanders has dealt with several off-field challenges in recent months. As the 2026 season approaches, Coach Prime is focused on guiding Colorado toward a much-needed bounce-back campaign.
— Yahoo Sports

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