Deion Sanders shares his diagnosis of bladder cancer

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Deion Sanders underwent a procedure to remove his bladder after being diagnosed with cancer during the offseason, according to medical professionals at Colorado University.

The head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, Deion Sanders, along with medical experts, held a press conference to discuss his health condition.

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders speaks to the media at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility in Boulder, Colorado, on April 4, 2025. (Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images)

“Men, everybody, get checked out. Because if it wasn’t for me getting tested for something else, they wouldn’t have stumbled up on this,” Sanders said. “Make sure you get the right care because without wonderful people like this, I wouldn’t be sitting here today because it grew so expeditiously. But please get yourself checked.”

Colorado assistant athletic trainer Lauren Askevold and Dr. Janet Kukreja at UC Health detailed the timeline of Sanders’ diagnosis and surgery.

Askevold explained that Sanders had an ACT scan which revealed a bladder tumor, leading to further treatment by Dr. Kukreja.

Kukreja stated that Sanders opted to have his bladder removed and a new one created, resulting in a successful outcome.

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders during the spring game at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado, on April 19, 2025. (Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images)

Sanders expressed gratitude for the successful surgery but acknowledged the challenges of adapting to life without a bladder.

“I can’t pee like I used to pee,” he mentioned.

Sanders had previously shared concerns about his health, including making a will due to uncertainties about his condition.

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders watches warmups before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. (Dylan Widger-Imagn Images)

Sanders assumed the role of Colorado head coach in 2023, achieving success in the 2024 season with his team’s accomplishments.

The season saw Travis Hunter winning the Heisman Trophy and the Buffaloes finishing 9-4 with an appearance in the Alamo Bowl.

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