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Deion Sanders subpoenaed for son's bankruptcy trial as season opener nears

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Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Deion Sanders subpoenaed for son's bankruptcy trial as season opener nears
Summary

Deion Sanders has been served a subpoena to testify at his son Shilo's bankruptcy trial in Denver. The trial is set to begin on August 31, coinciding with the Colorado football team's opening game against Georgia Tech on September 3. Sanders' attorney accepted the subpoena via email, but a motion to quash it may be filed. The underlying case involves Shilo's significant debt from a legal judgment related to an injury lawsuit. The court has acknowledged the scheduling conflict and Deion Sanders may provide relevant testimony regarding the case's context.

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  • •Deion Sanders served subpoena for trial starting August 31.
  • •Trial conflicts with Colorado's season-opening game on September 3.
  • •Shilo Sanders filed for bankruptcy with over $11 million in debt.
  • •Case stems from a judgment related to an injury lawsuit.
  • •Sanders' attorney may seek to quash the subpoena in court.
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  • 12:26 AMYahoo Sports — Deion Sanders served subpoena for son's bankruptcy trial. Can he avoid testifying?
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Can Deion Sanders get out of a subpoena? Colorado coach faces trial conflict during opening week of Buffaloes football season.

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