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Deion Sanders called NFL teams after former star receiver was cut in Week 1

Coach Prime leverages his influence to advocate for Jimmy Horn Jr. after a costly special teams error led to the former Colorado star’s release in Carolina.
Deion Sanders called NFL teams after former star receiver was cut in Week 1

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Deion Sanders called NFL teams after former star receiver was cut in Week 1

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‘It’s an Economic Question’ — Hall of Famer Cris Carter Reveals Why Colorado Will Not Fire Deion Sanders Despite Disappointing Results

The Colorado Buffaloes have given their critics plenty to work with. Cris Carter figures the people deciding Deion Sanders’ future will also have a calculator handy.

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‘Focus on Your Career’ — Shedeur Sanders Shares Candid Relationship Advice He Received From Deion Sanders

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“Given Far Too Early”: Joel Klatt Questions Deion Sanders’ $54 Million Contract Amid Poor Results as NFL Vet Calls it “Major Mistake”

Joel Klatt is the latest to question Deion Sanders amid a string of poor performances by the Colorado Buffaloes this season, noting that Coach Prime’s $54 million contract is now under the spotlight after the recent results. NFL veteran Brandon Stokley supported Klatt and also painted a grim picture for Deion Sanders’ future.

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Getting Shedeur Sanders’ attention is one thing. Getting invited into his inner circle requires considerably more patience.

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Lutz — A letter to Dak Prescott

Rayne Dakota Prescott, I’m sorry. I’m sorry for the hate you receive from outside fan bases. I’m sorry you’ve had to deal with many tragedies in your personal life. More than anything, I’m sorry for the pathetic franchise that continuously makes a mockery of itself, and yet, you get the most criticism. You’re not perfect by any means. There have been games where you could’ve played better and ...

49ers Insider Has Strong Take Involving Vikings’ Jauan Jennings

The San Francisco 49ers reunited with several former players this past offseason as Deebo Samuel and Dre Greenlaw returned to the Bay Area after one season away. Nonetheless, could the Niners continue this trend?Over the offseason, the 49ers lost Jauan Jennings, who signed a one-year, $8 million contract with the Minnesota Vikings. However, this move […] The post 49ers Insider Has Strong Take Involving Vikings’ Jauan Jennings appeared first on HEAVY.

Nick Sirianni Breaks Silence on Lane Johnson's Retirement from Eagles

Sirianni coached Johnson for over five seasons in Philadelphia.

Former Saints Draft Pick Gets Another NFL Opportunity Amid Reunion Questions

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Xavier Smith signs with Rams rival after being cut

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Deion Sanders Faces Harsh Accountability Warning From Colorado Great for Spewing QB Blames: “Dereliction of Coaching Duty”

Deion Sanders pointed at his quarterback after Colorado’s latest loss. Chad Brown pointed right back at him.

Eagles’ Nick Sirianni breaks silence on Lane Johnson’s retirement

Recently, the Philadelphia Eagles received the news that future Hall of Fame offensive lineman Lane Johnson would be retiring to focus on his mental health. The move comes after Johnson’s undisclosed personal reasons absence in Philadelphia’s last game, a home loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Now, Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni has spoken out about […] The post Eagles’ Nick Sirianni breaks silence on Lane Johnson’s retirement appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Cleveland Browns QB ties franchise legend in one area

QB Shedeur Sanders is featured in this month’s Cosmopolitan, joining franchise legend Jim Brown with this honor.

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