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Deion Sanders is entering a new era at Colorado. With Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter headed toward NFL careers, Coach Prime is embracing change - and looking ahead with optimism and faith.
Now locked into a lucrative $54 million extension through the 2029 season, Sanders continues to shape the Colorado Buffaloes into a program built on more than just athletic talent.
The departure of his son Shedeur and two-way star Travis Hunter may mark the end of one chapter, but for Sanders, it's the beginning of a broader vision for the future.
Known for his swagger and Hall of Fame credentials, Deion has also become a major draw in college football recruiting. His presence alone has influenced players like Lone Star High School safety Jordan Deck.
"It definitely makes me comfortable," Deck said. "The big question was, 'Is he going to be there the whole time I'm there?' Knowing that he's going to be there longer is definitely a big step in the recruiting process."
But as the next phase begins, Sanders is showing a more personal, emotional side. In a recent post on X, he wrote: "I'm so excited about life! I have no idea what GOD is gonna do next but I do know it will be extraordinary. #CoachPrime Lord I miss our young men & staff. @CUBuffsFootball."
A Texas mansion steeped in Prime history
While the roster reloads, Sanders has already made aggressive moves to reshape the coaching staff.
The most notable addition is Marshall Faulk, the Hall of Fame running back, who s the Buffs as their new running backs coach. The goal is clear: surround the next generation of Buffaloes with elite mentors who have succeeded at the highest level.
"We've just scratched the surface of what this program can be," Sanders recently told the media. "It's not just about football; it's about developing young men who are ready to take on the world. I'm committed to bringing greatness to this university, on and off the field."
That message of growth and purpose goes beyond Boulder. In Prosper, Texas, a major piece of Sanders' personal story has resurfaced - his former mansion, where Shedeur and Shilo Sanders spent their formative years, is now listed for $5.5 million.
The estate, described in the listing as a "legendary home," is more than just a luxurious residence. It represents the foundation of the Sanders family's football legacy.
With nine bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, an indoor pool, home theater, bowling alley, and basketball court, the estate spans nearly six acres and was once featured on the reality show Deion and Pilar: Prime Time Love.
The listing invites potential buyers to "walk through the halls where Shilo and Shedeur Sanders grew up learning about the world of sports."
Though Sanders sold the home in 2014, it remains a monument to the family's journey - from Texas high school fields to the bright lights of college football and now the NFL.
As the Buffaloes prepare for summer workouts and new talent begins to emerge, Coach Prime remains the heart of the program. His ion for leadership, faith, and football is unwavering.
Whether in a locker room, on the practice field, or in a reflective social media post, Deion Sanders continues to prove that his impact stretches far beyond the scoreboard.