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“Played Daddy Dawg”: Coach Prime Bursts With Pride on Son Shilo Sanders’ Hollywood Debut on 50 Cent’s Crime Drama Series

Published 05/10/2024, 4:41 AM EDT

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The Sanders are taking it up a notch yet again, and this time it’s through dipping their toes in Hollywood! Shilo Sanders had a unique opportunity to step into the shoes of a younger Coach Prime, his dad,  in a television series. The Colorado Buffaloes safety, Shilo Sanders, was featured in the BMF (Black Mafia Family) series where he brilliantly portrayed a younger version of his father, Deion Sanders. Like any other parent, witnessing his child’s debut on TV, Deion was filled with immense love and gratification for his son. And in his usual avatar, Coach Prime showered praise through social media. 

Produced by 50 Cent, Black Mafia Family is an American crime series based on mafia families involved in illegal activities set in the 1970s-80s. However, the season finale in which Shilo is starred is titled “Prime Time,” and Deion Sanders is so proud of his son. Rightfully so as Shilo was scoring big even off the gridiron. 

Deion Sanders is so proud of Shilo Sanders 

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Sanders took to his Instagram account to express his overwhelming pride and love for Shilo. Sanders couldn’t contain his joy at seeing Shilo on screen. He shared a screenshot from the episode featuring Shilo donning a black hat and shiny silver chains. 

Sharing his excitement, Deion Sanders wrote, “Shilo Sanders did his thang on @bmfstarz ! I’m so PROUD OF YOU SON! Wow Wow Wow! Those Sanders Ain’t playing baby. You Played Daddy Dawg! Lololol. Wow I’m so PROUD PROUD PROUD!!!!.

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However, Deion Sanders’ sons, Shilo and Shedeur Sanders, had always made him proud in the gridiron. Known for his defensive skills, Shilo has just blossomed on the field under Deion’s guidance. However, only Shilo shall be credited for his role in the BMF

Shilo Sanders in BMF

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In episode 3 of season 10, Shilo is featured as Young Prime. The series covers the story of two brothers’ life in poverty and became one of the most influential crime families in America. Moreover, it takes the viewers on an emotional journey of love, hatred ness, and betrayal through his story. Considering the bond Deion and Shilo share, no other than Shilo could be a better choice for this series. 

The episode aired on May 10 and considering the enigmatic personality of Coach Prime, viewers are loving the show. As Shilo tried his hands at acting, Shedeur recently released a song titled Perfect Timing. Both these promising players are making their mark in the entertainment landscape. Meanwhile, they are doing wonders in their football careers, respectively. Shilo is the foundation of the Buffaloes’ defense, whereas Shedeur is leading the Buffs’ offensive line. 

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Armaan Bedsa

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Armaan is an NFL Writer at EssentiallySports. Two of his passions being football and writing, he is glad to have brought them together. Coming with prior experience in sports journalism, Armaan’s commitment to ES is reflected in his comprehensive coverage of the league's core aspects.
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Shubhankar Adhikari