Home

NFL

Deion Sanders Shrugs off Hypocrisy Allegations to Stand Up for Shedeur’s Controversial Tactics After Nick Saban’s Retirement

Published 01/18/2024, 10:36 PM EST

Follow Us

via Imago

As news of the former head coach of Alabama, Nick Saban’s retirement spread, it became a hotbed of activity. At this point, Shedeur Sanders’ comment urging players to join Alabama added to the fuel. In a recent interview of former QB Robert Griffin III with Deion Sanders witnessed Coach Prime establishing his son and Colorado wide-receiver, Travis Hunter as recruiters.

Deion initially chuckled at the notion but playfully recounted that he texted his son with disbelief. What makes Sanders’ son and Hunter exceptional recruiters in Coach Prime’s eyes is their ability to connect with their peers on a profound level.

Sanders’ revelation of the ultimate recruiters

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

Shedeur’s statement, “All Alabama players tap n” right after Saban declared his retirement has led to a huge uproar. It was then that Coach Prime’s son seized the opportunity for Colorado Buffaloes while navigating the fine line between ethical recruitment and potential tampering, eager to bolster its roster. Even during the interview between Griffing III and Deion Sanders, this topic was initiated by shifting the topic toward Shedeur’s tweet. To this, the coach shared how he had been taken by disbelief and ended up texting his son, “You’re crazy. It’s crazy”. He then subtly justified Shedeur’s action and revealed the reason.

Trending

Get instantly notified of the hottest NFL stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.

Follow Us

As per Deion Sanders, his son the standout QB, and Travis Hunter the five-star cornerback are one of the most sought-after recruits as they possess a magnetic allure. Young players aspire not just to play alongside them but to be a part of the narrative they are crafting at Jackson State.      

Impact of the acclaimed recruiters on Alabama’s exodus

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

Coming off a stellar inaugural season with Colorado, Shedeur made a significant mark on the program. He showcased his prowess as a QB with 3,230 passing yards and a remarkable 69.3% completion rate. On top of this, he delivered an impressive 27 touchdowns while limiting interceptions to just three. Despite battling through injuries, Hunter’s contributions were nothing short of impactful. Familiar with dual positions as a wide receiver and cornerback, he accumulated 721 receiving yards and five touchdowns in nine games.

Read More: “They Will Cuss Me Out”: Deion Sanders Jr. Slips 2 Places as Coach Prime Updates Power Rankings of His Kids

Hence, according to Deion Sanders, Shedeur with his poised command on the field and Hunter with his potential NFL trajectory created a magnetic force. The Sanders’ son having familial ties may also serve as a factor propelling Alabama players to share the same team with Shedeur. With 25 players from Alabama entering into the transfer portal, post-Saban’s retirement will test Shedeur and Hunter’s capability in ushering in new talent to the Buffaloes.     

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

Amidst Saban’s retirement and transfer waves, Deion Sanders shares an interesting perspective on the roles of Shedeur and Hunter as prime recruiters. Hence, the impact of these standout players extends beyond the gridiron and contributes to shaping the narrative of the Colorado team.   

Watch This Story: Dad’s last-minute entry at Jefferson High football game brightens daughter’s homecoming moment

SHARE THIS ARTICLE :

Written by:

Soheli Tarafdar

1,029Articles

One take at a time

Hey there! I am on a wild ride as a Viral Sports Writer here at EssentiallySports! With a shiny masters in English under my belt, my academic journey has been a cornerstone for my evolution as a wordsmith. My heart always had a soft spot for creative writing, and my fascination with American sports just seemed like a perfect match. But one sport that makes my heart race like no other is Ice Hockey.
Show More>

Edited by:

Sameen Nawathe