BOULDER, CO — In an emotional Deion Sanders press conference that captivated the sports world, Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders revealed his triumphant battle against bladder cancer Monday. Flanked by medical experts at CU’s Touchdown Club, the Pro Football Hall of Famer declared: “I’m cancer-free and back, baby!”
Press Conference Medical Revelation
The stunning Deion Sanders press conference featured Dr. Janet Kukreja (Director of Urologic Oncology at CU Cancer Center) detailing Coach Prime’s journey:
- Radical Surgery: Sanders underwent bladder removal in May – his 14th surgery since 2021 – using pioneering intestinal reconstruction techniques
- Victorious Diagnosis: “He’s cured from cancer,” announced Dr. Kukreja, triggering a standing ovation
- Physical Toll: Sanders lost 25 pounds, joking about sidelines porta-potties: “I can’t pee like I used to”
Secret Battle & Emotional Will
Before the press conference, Sanders’ son released a heartbreaking hospital video:
“Making my will was terrifying,” confessed Sanders. “Ranking my kids? That’s tougher than cancer!”
Unshakeable Faith & Leadership
The Coach Prime press conference revealed core truths:
- Divine Strength: “God got me through this – cancer isn’t my life sentence!”
- Family Protection: Hid diagnosis from NFL-bound sons Shedeur (Browns) and Shilo (Buccaneers) during draft
- All-Star Support: Shoutouts to surgeon Dr. Kukreja, chef Eric Smoot, and NFL legend Randy Moss
Championship Mission
Defying retirement rumors, Sanders vowed at his press conference:
“I’m coaching! We’ll win the darn championship! Get checked men – if cancer hits Prime, it hits anyone.”
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Key Press Conference Takeaways
✅ April 2025: Aggressive tumor found in routine scan
✅ May 2025: Radical bladder surgery success
✅ 25-pound weight loss during recovery
✅ Season opener: Aug 29 vs Georgia Tech