Deion Sanders rules out NFL coaching return for now
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 4:35 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Deion Sanders indicated he is not considering a future coaching role in the NFL, a topic that arose amid speculation about his potential candidacy for the Dallas Cowboys job. Sanders clarified that the rumors were unfounded and that he enjoys coaching at Colorado, where he has a record of 16-21 over three seasons. He emphasized his commitment to helping student-athletes succeed academically and professionally. Sanders referenced his past playing career but expressed that he does not envision himself coaching at the pro level.
- •Sanders rules out interest in NFL coaching jobs.
- •He has been head coach at Colorado for three seasons.
- •Sanders maintains a record of 16-21 at Colorado.
- •He focuses on his players' education and career success.
- •Previous rumors linked him to the Cowboys coaching position.
- 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — Deion Sanders appears to close door on NFL coaching prospects
"Deion Sanders likely won't be coming to an NFL sideline any time soon.
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