Colorado football coach Deion Sanders, currently facing an unspecified health issue, is temporarily absent from campus as the school’s summer football camps kick off. Despite his absence, Sanders’ son, Deion Sanders Jr, reassured the public of his father’s well-being in a recent livestream. However, there is uncertainty regarding Sanders’ return timeline as he navigates his health challenges.

Sanders, a Pro Football Hall of Famer, led the Buffaloes to a 9-4 season in 2024 but faces the upcoming season without key players like Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders, who departed for the NFL draft. Sanders’ health history includes undergoing toe amputations in 2022 due to blood clots and missing events like the Pac-12 media day in 2023 for similar reasons.

Recently, Sanders canceled his appearance at a medical conference in Florida, further indicating his health concerns. The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research expressed understanding for Sanders’ absence, citing an unexpected scheduling change. With Colorado’s season opener against Georgia Tech approaching, the football community awaits updates on Sanders’ condition and potential return to coaching duties.