Deion Sanders went from NFL star to successful college coach. Did his teammates see it coming?
Briefly

“The players gravitated to him,” says Jerry Glanville, who coached Sanders for four years in Atlanta. “They loved him.” This affection was rooted in Sanders' ability to unify.
“Aw, that's just for show, Tim,' Sanders told the defensive end,” showcasing that while his image was flashy, it was not his only focus.
The substance has resurfaced this season as he has led the University of Colorado to a 9-3 record, illustrating his coaching capabilities and growth from a player.
None envisioned Sanders as a coach who would turn around a major college football program, but their stories make it easier to connect the dots between Neon Deion and Coach Prime.
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