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USA Today
a day ago
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- USA Today
Sean Payton reacts to Deion Sanders news: 'We're excited for him'
Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders announced Monday that he battled and beat bladder cancer. He has been cleared to coach without restrictions with the Buffs set to begin fall practices soon. Across town, Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton said he sent a text message to Sanders after he heard the news. 'I'm proud of him, excited for him, happy for him," Payton said. "I consider him a close friend all the way back to when I first entered this league. Unfortunately, I started with Philly and he was in Dallas. Then I went to the Giants. We saw him all the way up until he retired. Then in Dallas when I was there, I had a chance to see his high school team play. Years later, they stopped in New Orleans and had a practice right after we practiced. They were on their way to Florida to open the season in an ESPN2 game. [I] really got to know him. "Our thoughts are with him because football is better with him. Colorado is better with him. It's impressive to watch him coach and teach. He was calling offensive plays at one point when I met him, and I kind of looked at him with a funny eye, but he enjoyed that. His son was like a sophomore at the time. It was great news to hear yesterday, and I know we're excited for him.' Sanders, a two-time Super Bowl champion and Pro Football Hall of Fame cornerback, started his coaching career at the high school level before spending three seasons at Jackson State, helping them reach two bowl games. He joined Colorado in 2023 and after going 4-8 in his first season, Sanders helped the Buffaloes improve to 9-4 last fall. Now entering Year 3 in Colorado, Sanders will look to improve on his 40-18 overall record at the college level. Social: Follow Broncos Wire on Facebook and Twitter/X! Did you know: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Deion Sanders' bladder cancer diagnosis sounds the alarm for testing
Speculation swirled for weeks around the health of Deion Sanders, Colorado Buffaloes head coach and famed Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, who had been notably absent from team practice. When he announced Monday that he had undergone surgery in June to remove his bladder after a cancer diagnosis, it once again became evident that cancer doesn't discriminate around wealth and status. But the serious nature of his condition highlights concerns about how Black people tend to be at a disproportionately higher health risk than other groups due to the deficiencies in care. Doctors hope Sanders' diagnosis can influence others to take preventative steps. Dr. Geoffrey Mount Varner, an emergency room physician in Maryland, noted that Black people are less likely to get bladder cancer but are more likely to die from it. 'It does impact Black people more and aggressively,' he said. In a video of Sanders, 57, filmed in May but shared by his son on Sunday, the coach spoke about how emotionally and mentally draining it was to have to write a will before his surgery. 'That's not easy at all,' he said at the time. A high-profile figure like Sanders having a cancerous tumor on his bladder is likely to prompt more people to seek screening. Five years ago, the shocking death of actor Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at age 43 raised awareness among Black men of the importance of having a colonoscopy. Black people are at a disproportionately high risk for colon cancer diagnoses, according to the American Cancer Society, and the mortality rate has increased in recent years, particularly among Black men. Just four days before Sanders' press conference, Varner, also a Black man in his 50s, completed chemotherapy for prostate cancer. 'Cancer touches 100% of people,' Varner said. What is bladder cancer surgery like? During the press conference, Dr. Janet Kukreja, the director of urological oncology at University of Colorado Health, said Sanders chose to have bladder surgery over chemotherapy because it increased his chances to continue coaching. 'It's a laparoscopic surgery,' Kukreja, who performed the surgery, said, 'where we attach a robot to the patient, and then we do all the maneuvering of the robot, and then once the bladder comes out, we also take some lymph nodes to make sure it hasn't spread — and it didn't — and then we make a new bladder for people. 'We use their own intestine so they don't have to take immunosuppression. Life after the surgery, she said, 'is a new way of life, and it is a learning curve, for sure.' Sanders, who plans to coach the Buffaloes in the upcoming season, even joked that there may need to be a 'port-a-potty on the sideline.' Dr. Philippe Spiess, a genitourinary oncologist at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida, said this procedure typically lasts between five and seven hours and 'involves removing the bladder, prostate and surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis,' since the cancer could spread beyond the bladder.' Why Black Americans should take note Sanders used the Monday press conference to urge those watching to 'get checked out,' especially when there are even the mildest of symptoms that something is off. It was sound advice, Varner said. 'One of the screen exams for bladder cancer is, for instance, just a regular urinalysis,' he said. 'It will pick up blood in the urine, which is a symptom. If you don't go to your primary care physician and have these basic screenings done, you miss it. And by the time you have obvious symptoms, you're further along the line for prostate cancer or colon cancer or breast cancer for Black women.' Varner said up to 70% of cancers are tied to food consumption, especially fast food and ultraprocessed products. 'In Black communities, there are one and a half times more fast-food restaurants,' he said. 'The reason why that matters is that fast food restaurants serve hyperprocessed foods, which leads to or increases the risk of cancer. And so right off the bat, it puts Black folks at a disadvantage.' 'It would help all people, and the Black community specifically, if some of the basic screenings were free,' Varner said. As an ER doctor, Varner said he often sees patients who have long had symptoms of a serious illness, but by the time they get to the hospital, 'they want immediate care.' But earlier screening would make the issue of care a little less invasive and daunting. Varner said prostate-specific screenings for cancer and analysis should be more broadly accessible. 'There are programs that help with the cost of some tests,' he said. 'But we have to take advantage of them and not wait until it's too late.' This article was originally published on Solve the daily Crossword
NBC News
a day ago
- Health
- NBC News
Deion Sanders' bladder cancer diagnosis sounds the alarm for testing
Speculation swirled for weeks around the health of Deion Sanders, Colorado Buffaloes head coach and famed Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, who had been notably absent from team practice. When he announced Monday that he had undergone surgery in June to remove his bladder after a cancer diagnosis, it once again became evident that cancer doesn't discriminate around wealth and status. But the serious nature of his condition highlights concerns about how Black people tend to be at a disproportionately higher health risk than other groups due to the deficiencies in care. Doctors hope Sanders' diagnosis can influence others to take preventative steps. Geoffrey Mount Varner, an emergency room physician in Maryland, noted that Black people are less likely to get bladder cancer but are more likely to die from it. 'It does impact Black people more and aggressively,' he said. In a video of Sanders, 57, filmed in May but shared by his son on Sunday, the coach spoke about how emotionally and mentally draining it was to have to write a will before his surgery. 'That's not easy at all,' he said at the time. A high-profile figure like Sanders having a cancerous tumor on his bladder is likely to prompt more people to seek screening. Five years ago, the shocking death of actor Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at age 43 raised awareness among Black men of the importance of having a colonoscopy. Black people are at a disproportionately high risk for colon cancer diagnoses, according to the American Cancer Society, and the mortality rate has increased in recent years, particularly among Black men. Just four days before Sanders' press conference, Varner, also a Black man in his 50s, completed chemotherapy for prostate cancer. 'Cancer touches 100% of people,' Varner said. What is bladder cancer surgery like? During the press conference, Janet Kukreja, the director of urological oncology at University of Colorado Health, said Sanders chose to have bladder surgery over chemotherapy because it increased his chances to continue coaching. 'It's a laparoscopic surgery,' Kukreja, who performed the surgery, said, 'where we attach a robot to the patient, and then we do all the maneuvering of the robot, and then once the bladder comes out, we also take some lymph nodes to make sure it hasn't spread — and it didn't — and then we make a new bladder for people. 'We use their own intestine so they don't have to take immunosuppression. Life after the surgery, she said, 'is a new way of life, and it is a learning curve, for sure.' Sanders, who plans to coach the Buffaloes in the upcoming season, even joked that there may need to be a 'port-a-potty on the sideline.' Philippe Spiess, a genitourinary oncologist at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida, said this procedure typically lasts between five and seven hours and 'involves removing the bladder, prostate and surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis,' since the cancer could spread beyond the bladder.' Why Black Americans should take note Sanders used the Monday press conference to urge those watching to 'get checked out,' especially when there are even the mildest of symptoms that something is off. It was sound advice, Varner said. 'One of the screen exams for bladder cancer is, for instance, just a regular urinalysis,' he said. 'It will pick up blood in the urine, which is a symptom. If you don't go to your primary care physician and have these basic screenings done, you miss it. And by the time you have obvious symptoms, you're further along the line for prostate cancer or colon cancer or breast cancer for Black women.' Varner said up to 70% of cancers are tied to food consumption, especially fast food and ultraprocessed products. 'In Black communities, there are one and a half times more fast-food restaurants,' he said. 'The reason why that matters is that fast food restaurants serve hyperprocessed foods, which leads to or increases the risk of cancer. And so right off the bat, it puts Black folks at a disadvantage.' 'It would help all people, and the Black community specifically, if some of the basic screenings were free,' Varner said. As an ER doctor, Varner said he often sees patients who have long had symptoms of a serious illness, but by the time they get to the hospital, 'they want immediate care.' But earlier screening would make the issue of care a little less invasive and daunting. Varner said prostate-specific screenings for cancer and analysis should be more broadly accessible. 'There are programs that help with the cost of some tests,' he said. 'But we have to take advantage of them and not wait until it's too late.'
Newsweek
a day ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Shedeur Sanders Blocked Deion Sanders From Attending Browns Training Camp
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Shedeur Sanders is currently battling it out in the Cleveland Browns training camp as one of the four potential starting quarterbacks the team might use in the 2025 season. While Sanders has a shot at being the starter, its also a long shot. More news: Deion Sanders Lied to Sons About Cancer Diagnosis Simply put, the Browns quarterback situation is a bit messy right now, and Sanders is not getting many reps. Considering his usage and other factors, the young rookie chose to block his father, Deion Sanders, from attending training camp. Shedeur Sanders told Coach Prime not to visit him at Training Camp: 'I'm not where I want to be, let me get where I need to be.'💯💪🏾 — GUCCE🦬🐦⬛ (@gucceCU) July 28, 2025 Deion was speaking to Michael Irvin when he revealed that even though he got to visit Shilo Sanders at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers training camp, Shedeur chose not to allow his father to see him practice. "Shedeur told me not to come," Sanders said. "He didn't want me to come. He was like, 'Dad, I may get three, four reps in practice. I don't want you seeing that. No, I'm not where I want to be. Let me get where I need to be.' It's so funny because this is his first time ever, and he's dealing with it like a pro. He ain't mad. He ain't bitter. He's like, I got work to do but I'm going to put in this work. One thing, they're going to have to let me play, preseason is going to come. When preseason comes, watch me work." Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes talks with Shedeur Sanders #2 during the second half of a game against the UCF Knights at FBC Mortgage Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes talks with Shedeur Sanders #2 during the second half of a game against the UCF Knights at FBC Mortgage Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. Photo byMore news: Dolphins Suffer Yet Another Brutal Injury to Their Secondary While it might sound like Shedeur doesn't want the outside noise that his father brings, he simply wants his father to allow him to get more practice time in, which is commendable. As stated, Shedeur is one of four quarterbacks on the Browns roster that is vying for starting time. Through multiple reports, the clear favorite is Joe Flacco. Kenny Pickett suffered an injury that could keep him out of training camp for weeks, and that leaves Shedeur and Dillon Gabriel battling it out for the second-string spot. To Shedeur's credit, preseason is a different ballgame. This is the time when teams get to evaluate their young talent, meaning Deion could see his son in a much bigger playing role during that time. Shedeur could very well win the starting job, but that will be up to him to make a major impression during preseason. It will take a lot, but he might be able to walk away with a bigger role come September. For more on the Browns and NFL, head to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Deion Sanders turns cancer diagnosis into a teaching moment: 'I depend on Depends'
For more than 40 years, Deion Sanders has embodied the concept of cool in American sports culture, a look-good, play-good mentality combined with a monumental ego. He's one of the most colorful and talented players in football history … and now, he's talking with pride, without shame, about wearing Depends. 'I depend on Depends, if you know what I mean,' he said Monday at a press conference disclosing his recent health issues. Coach Prime was half-joking, yes, but also 100% serious. 'I truly depend on Depends. I cannot control my bladder.' It's one hell of a swerve, and Prime Time is turning a near-tragedy into a teaching opportunity. Sanders revealed on Monday that he had been diagnosed with bladder cancer, necessitating the removal of his bladder. The procedure was a success — his doctor says he is 'cured' — and Coach Prime will return to the sidelines this fall on schedule to lead the Colorado Buffaloes. Sanders spent much of the early summer in Texas recovering from the surgery. On Monday, he spoke to the media with his doctor, Dr. Janet Kukreja of the University of Colorado Cancer Center, and Colorado athletic trainer Lauren Askevold at his side. And he announced his condition with a combination of solemnity, defiance, humor and inspiration. 'I didn't stare death in the face,' Sanders said. 'I stared life in the face.' Sanders went deep into the circumstances of his recovery, speaking without even slightly flinching about his newly changed bathroom habits, laughing that he and his grandson were in the same situation with their diapers. "Can't pee like I used to pee,' Sanders said. 'It's totally different." He lost 25 pounds — getting back to his Atlanta Falcons weight, he joked — and noted that he'll need to rely on adult diapers going forward. He'll also have a portable toilet nearby at all times, even during games. "If you see a Porta-Potty on the sideline, it is real,' Sanders said. 'I'm just telling you right now, you're going to see it." The significance of someone like Sanders, the epitome of a football alpha male, speaking forthrightly on what could be an embarrassing condition can't be overstated. Sanders said many times during Monday's press conference that he sees himself as a messenger, leaning heavily on faith. But he emphasized that he wanted people not to focus on the faith element, but on the healthcare aspect of his situation for inspiration. He acknowledged the hesitancy that many people, particularly men, have toward going to a doctor, but he stressed the need for regular checkups and good care. 'The initial thing you do is what we all do. We Google. And that's the wrong thing to do,' Sanders said. ''You gon' die.' I mean, like, they pretty much say that when you Google it, and you don't want to see that mess.' Sanders has polarized the football world ever since his days at Florida State, already confident enough in his abilities to go by the nickname 'Prime Time.' He blazed a trail through the NFL, winning Super Bowls and terrorizing quarterbacks, and along the way played baseball as a side hustle. Since moving into coaching, he's revived the fortunes of Colorado, transforming Travis Hunter into a Heisman winner and providing a launching pad for his son Shedeur to reach the NFL. Love him or hate him, Sanders inspires no mild feelings. But now, by staring cancer in the face and potentially inspiring others to do the same, Sanders has the opportunity to do far more good off the field than he ever could on it. "If it could happen to Prime,' he said, 'it could happen to you."
