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Deion Sanders fitted for silicone prosthetic toes for better mobility

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 5:24 AM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Deion Sanders fitted for silicone prosthetic toes for better mobility

Summary

Colorado football coach Deion Sanders is receiving two silicone prosthetic toes to replace those amputated in 2021. In a video, Sanders discussed wanting the prosthetic for better fit in his shoes and to ease his ongoing foot pain. He endured amputations due to blood clots and has faced additional health issues, including cancer treatment. The prosthetic fitting, taking about eight weeks, aims to improve his foot alignment and balance. Sanders begins his fourth season with Colorado on September 3 at Georgia Tech.

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Key Details

•Sanders, aged 58, continues to experience foot pain after multiple surgeries.
•He initially lost two toes and part of his calf due to blood clots in 2021.
•The new prosthetic will help him better wear his shoe collection.
•Sanders is currently cancer-free following bladder removal surgery.

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5:24 AMYahoo Sports — Colorado football coach Deion Sanders 'getting new toes' to fill out foot

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Colorado football coach Deion Sanders is getting new fake toes to replace the two he had amputated in 2021, according to a video from son Deion Jr.
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