Deion Sanders is one of the most accomplished and widely known names in the world of sports. Whether it came to football, baseball, or coaching, Deion has flourished in every aspect of each task. Also known as "Prime Time," he is a former two-sport athlete who achieved success in both baseball and football. He was a compelling cornerback in the NFL and a brilliant outfielder in MLB because of his extraordinary speed and agility. The two-time Super Bowl champion played for 14 seasons in the NFL and also appeared in nine seasons in MLB. The two-sport athlete was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the College Football Hall of Fame in 2011.
What injury did Deion Sanders have?
In 2021, Deion Sanders had to get two of his toes amputated. The big toe and the toe next to it were removed from his left foot after he developed three femoral arterial blood clots and required surgery. Femoral arterial blood clots, also known as femoral artery thrombosis, occur when a blood clot forms in the femoral artery, which is a major blood vessel located in the thigh.
This injury blocks blood flow to the lower extremities. Femoral arterial blood clots can be caused by various factors, including atherosclerosis (hardening and narrowing of the arteries), blood clotting disorders, trauma or injury to the artery, or prolonged immobility. Risk factors may include obesity, smoking, older age, a history of blood clots, and certain medical conditions.
The full procedure was shown on his Coach Prime series. It was reported that the blood clot began in his calf.
What is Deion Sanders doing currently?
As of 2025, Deion Sanders is the head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, who belong to the PAC-12 Conference of the NCAA’s (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Division 1 FBS (Football Bowl Subdivision). However, since 2024, the Buffaloes have moved to the Big 12 conference. In his first year at Colorado, Sanders was able to weave his magic as the previously 1-8 Colorado Buffaloes managed to win 4 of their 12 games in 2023 (first season with Sanders as head coach), which was a 3-game improvement over 2022. In 2024, Sanders took the Buffaloes to new heights by more than doubling their win total (9) compared to the 2023 season.
FAQs on Deion Sanders
A. In football, Deion Sanders played as a cornerback and occasionally as a kick returner. In baseball, he played as an outfielder.
A. Deion Sanders played for several NFL teams during his career, including the Atlanta Falcons, San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys, Washington Redskins, and Baltimore Ravens.
A. Yes, Deion Sanders won two Super Bowls during his career. He won Super Bowl XXIX with the San Francisco 49ers and Super Bowl XXX with the Dallas Cowboys.
A. Deion Sanders suffered from femoral arterial blood clots due to which two of his toes had to be amputated.
A. Born on 9 August 1967, Deion Sanders is 58 years old as of August 2025.
