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Deion Sanders May Have New Blood Clots After TCU Defeat

Deion Sanders reports more blood clots after loss

Deion Sanders revealed he believes he has developed more blood clots in his leg following Colorado's recent loss to TCU. The 58-year-old coach is experiencing significant pain and is scheduled for a doctor's appointment.

  • Deion Sanders reports leg pain
  • Believes he has more blood clots
  • Impact of past health issues
  • Struggled with foot problems
  • Has a doctor's appointment Monday
  • Colorado Buffaloes current record: 2-4
  • Previously treated for bladder cancer

FORT WORTH, Texas—Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders reported severe left-leg pain Sunday and said he suspects new blood clots following Saturday’s 35-21 loss at TCU.[1][2]

Leg Pain and Doctor’s Visit

Sanders, 58, was seen favoring his left leg late in the game at Amon G. Carter Stadium. “I’m hurting like crazy. I’m not getting blood to my leg. That’s why my leg is throbbing,” he told reporters. He has a physician appointment scheduled for Monday to confirm any clots.[3][2]

Game Summary

Statistic Colorado Buffaloes TCU Horned Frogs
Final Score 21 35
Lead Changes 2 3
Turnovers Lost 4 0
Total Yards 466 514
Key Player (Colorado) Kaidon Salter (217 passing yards, 2 TDs) Josh Hoover (275 passing yards, 4 TDs)[1]

Colorado fell to 2–4 overall and 0–3 in Big 12 play after relinquishing a 14–0 lead and committing four turnovers that led directly to TCU touchdowns.[1]

Medical and Surgical History

  1. 2021: Two toes amputated on left foot due to femoral artery blood clots while at Jackson State.[4][5]
  2. June 2023: Procedures to remove clots from right leg and realign toes on left foot before Pac-12 media day.[6][2]
  3. April 2025: Bladder cancer diagnosed via routine CT scan; tumor removed May 9 with bladder reconstruction (neobladder) using small intestine tissue.[7][8][9]
  4. July 2025: Surgeon declared Sanders cancer-free following neobladder surgery.[9][10][11][12]

Next Steps for Colorado

The Buffs resume practice Tuesday in Boulder. Team and medical staff will provide updates before hosting Kansas State next Saturday.

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  1. Confirm Monday’s diagnostic results with an official team release or physician statement.
  2. Expand Game Summary with individual defensive stats and fourth-quarter scoring drives for deeper context.
  3. Source all surgical dates and procedures from university medical center bulletins or CU Health press releases.
  4. Reference Big 12 and NCAA coach health-disclosure guidelines to ensure full compliance.
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  6. Add brief career highlights for Sanders to enhance authority (e.g., Hall of Fame inductions, Super Bowl championships).

FAQ

What treatment is Sanders seeking for his leg?

He will see a doctor for evaluation.

How has Sanders' health affected his coaching?

His health issues have caused him significant pain.

What was Sanders' recent health history?

He has undergone treatment for bladder cancer.