Deion Sanders found himself trending again this week, but not for a sideline soundbite. After Colorado’s dominant 52-21 win over Weber State, viral footage showed Coach Prime appearing to speak in tongues. Instead of brushing it off, Sanders addressed it directly, explaining that the moment was a spontaneous prayer he uses to calm himself after intense locker room speeches.
“I had just lit up the team, and I had to calm down,”Sanders said.“The only way I know how to calm down is to pray in the spirit.”He went on to emphasize that this practice is nothing new, noting he has prayed this way at every coaching stop and even during medical procedures. He also pushed back on any suggestion that the moment was staged for cameras:“I love the Lord with all my heart, and I’m not scared to speak it in front of anybody, anywhere, at any time.”
With Colorado now sitting at 2-0 and a matchup against Northwestern looming on Sept. 19, the Buffs are rolling, and Coach Prime is keeping it authentic on and off the field. Whether you’re a believer or not, one thing is clear: Deion Sanders is going to be exactly who he is, cameras or no cameras.
What do you think about Coach Prime sharing his faith so openly? Drop your thoughts in the comments.
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