Deion Sanders May Have New Blood Clots; Cancer-Free

After Colorado’s 35-21 loss at TCU, coach Deion Sanders said he believes blood clots have resurfaced in his left leg, telling reporters “I think I’ve got more blood clots” and that his leg was “throbbing.” He was visibly in pain—walking with a limp, removing his left shoe and sitting on a stool at times—and has a doctor’s appointment Monday to evaluate the issue. Sanders has a history of circulation problems, including the 2021 amputation of two toes and surgeries in 2023 to remove clots. He also underwent bladder removal and intestinal reconstruction this summer, and doctors have since said he is cancer-free. Sanders acknowledged Colorado’s struggles (the Buffaloes are 2-4 overall, 0-3 Big 12), said he will seek further evaluation while continuing to coach, and his health update raises questions about his availability as Colorado heads into its next game against Iowa State.