Colorado’s talent is all over the NFL right now, and for Deion Sanders Jr., seeing that unfold is nothing short of beautiful. Watching his brothers and close friends chase and start living their pro football dreams hit differently.
One of the proudest moments for him recently was visiting his brother Shilo at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ training camp.
Deion Jr. made the trip to Florida just to support and check in on his little brother as he began a new chapter. The visit wasn’t just about family, but a full-circle moment.
Seeing Shilo grinding at the pro level, right after everything they’ve been through at Colorado, gave Deion Sanders Jr. real perspective. In his words, “It’s a beautiful thing seeing everyone’s dreams come true.” And honestly, that one line says it all.
Coach Prime’s Honest Reaction to Shilo’s Hustle
When Deion Jr. talked about watching Shilo fly around the field in Bucs camp, you could hear the pride in his voice. “Swing Shilo, it’s a beautiful thing, bro,” he said, describing how Shilo’s energy and intensity were on full display when he forced a PBU on Kyle Trask’s pass.
“He’s all smiles. He’s happy to be there. He’s running fast as hell to the ball.” But nobody was more locked in than Coach Prime himself.
According to Deion Jr., their dad couldn’t help but speak his mind after seeing Shilo play at that level. “My dad was like, ‘Man, I wish you would have did that with us, you would have went second, third round.’”
It was one of those classic Coach Prime moments, part encouragement, part tough love. But it showed just how much potential he still sees in Shilo, even now. And for Deion Jr., it’s just another sign that his brother’s NFL journey is off to a strong start.
Deion Jr. Reflects on Colorado Players’ NFL Journey
For Bucky, watching so many Colorado teammates make it to the NFL hits differently, especially knowing he didn’t get the same shot. But there’s no bitterness in his voice, just pure pride.
“It’s just a beautiful thing seeing everyone’s dreams come true from Shedeur, to LaJohntay, to Jimmy Horn. Like, it’s real cool just seeing everybody where they supposed to be,” he shared.
Having spent so much time around these guys on the field, in the locker room, and during those long training sessions, Bucky knows firsthand how much work they’ve all put in. He didn’t just witness their grind; he was part of it. So now, seeing their names pop up on NFL rosters and highlights feels personal.
Even though his path didn’t lead to pro football, Bucky finds peace and joy in knowing he helped build the culture that got them there. His reflections carry the kind of humility and pride that only someone who’s been in the trenches with them could express. And for him, that shared journey is something no draft pick could replace.
As more Colorado standouts step onto NFL fields, their success continues to shine a light on the culture Coach Prime and his sons helped build. For Deion Sanders Jr., seeing that legacy unfold is more than pride; it’s proof that Colorado football is producing the next generation of NFL stars.
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