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Shilo Sanders discusses Deion's new prosthetic toes and family impact

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 8:26 AM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Shilo Sanders discusses Deion's new prosthetic toes and family impact

Summary

Shilo Sanders spoke about his father's new prosthetic toes on September 19, 2026. Deion Sanders received custom prosthetics after losing two toes in 2021 due to health complications. Shilo admitted he had avoided looking at his father's foot for years until the new prosthetics arrived, which brought joy and a sense of closure. Deion's health scare involved multiple surgeries and a lengthy hospital stay, but he has since returned to coaching with the Colorado Buffaloes. After trying on the prosthetics, Deion humorously noted he could wear his usual shoe size again.

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•Shilo Sanders revealed his discomfort in looking at Deion's foot.
•Deion Sanders lost two toes following health issues in 2021.
•The prosthetics were designed to help Deion walk more comfortably.
•Deion experienced significant health challenges with multiple surgeries.
•He jokes about returning to his usual shoe size after receiving the prosthetics.

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8:26 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Avoid direct eye contact’- Shilo Sanders admits ‘really messed up’ reaction to Deion’s new prosthetic toes

What they're saying

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Shilo Sanders has admitted he spent years trying to “avoid direct eye contact” with his father Deion Sanders’ missing toes before finally seeing his new prosthetic replacements. Deion recently received custom prosthetic toes after losing two toes on his left foot following a serious health scare in 2021.
— Yahoo Sports

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