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“It’s Kind of Hard for Nick Saban”: NFL Vet Has Honest Thoughts on Deion Sanders’ Glamouring Effect in Colorado Buffaloes

Published 04/20/2023, 3:45 PM EDT

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Deion Sanders is a big name who recently got connected to Colorado Buffaloes. There is no doubt about his influence in the league and his ability to make teams win championships. A veteran NFL player Marcellus Wiley commented on Deion Sanders’ impact on the Colorado Buffaloes football program. Despite the team only winning one game last season, they have managed to sell out all their season tickets for the first time in 27 years. Thanks, in part, to the influence of Coach Prime, as Sanders is known.

Wiley knows Sanders personally and vouches for his authenticity. While Sanders is known for his larger-than-life persona, Wiley said that he genuinely cares about people and is not just doing things for the camera. Sanders’ approach to coaching is both fun and serious, and he has a strong commitment to everything he does.

Deion Sanders’ charisma leads to the sold-out stadium for Colorado Buffaloes

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The Colorado Buffaloes football program has been revitalized by Deion Sanders, with the team selling out season tickets for the first time since 1996 (only the ninth time in program history). An expected crowd of over 45,000 fans is expected for the upcoming spring game. It shows the renewed energy and excitement under Sanders’ leadership.

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Sanders has a unique personality and style that resonates with fans and players alike. Deion Sanders flipped with the Migos said he didn’t walk it like he talked it he talked it like he walked it,” praised by NFL veteran Wiley, which is why his impact has translated so well to coaching. Unlike some coaches who try to create a brand based on their personality alone, Sanders brings both personality and production to the field.

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Marcellus Wiley compares the coaching styles of Deion Sanders and Nick Saban. “It’s kind of hard for Nick Saban to say yeah, look at how I did it. He could just say look at how I say it. Dion can say both.” Wiley added. While Saban is known for his coaching success and ability to develop talent, he lacks the charisma and personality of Deion Sanders.

Wiley credits Deion Sanders for their recent accolade

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Sanders has the ability to balance a fun and outgoing personality with a serious commitment to the game and his team. “Sanders’ the king of that smile but boy is there a foundation of seriousness and commitment to everything he does,” per Wiley.

Marcellus Wiley credits Deion Sanders’ reputation and energy for the Colorado Buffaloes’ sold-out stadium. Despite the program’s decline in recent years, Sanders’ emphasis on healthy competition and high expectations has helped restore the team’s former glory.

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The Colorado Buffaloes have broken the previous record set in 1972 by selling out their season tickets for the ninth time in program history. It’s the first time it has happened before August. From 1990 through 1996, it was a regular occurrence, showcasing their popularity among fans.

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Mohammad Asif Ansari

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Mohammad Asif Ansari is an NFL writer at EssentiallySports, with a passion for bringing sports news to life through engaging content. As an ardent sports fan, Ansari likes to cover core sports angles. His latest article, “Dallas Cowboys Reportedly Making It Difficult for Aaron Rodgers to Pursue His Dream Team” got a hoard of interested sports readers.
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