With the Dallas Cowboys parting ways with former head coach Mike McCarthy, speculation about his successor has centered on Deion Sanders. The former Cowboys superstar, now the head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, has become one of the most talked-about figures in football.
While Sanders remains committed to his collegiate team, his connection to the Cowboys makes the rumors difficult to ignore.
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Sanders, known as “Prime Time,” won a Super Bowl and earned three First-Team All-Pro honors during his tenure with Dallas. His return to the franchise as a head coach would undoubtedly captivate fans and media alike.
Owner Jerry Jones, known for bold moves, has reportedly made at least one attempt to gauge Sanders‘ interest in the role. ESPN’s Adam Schefter revealed Sanders’ reaction to hearing from Jones.
“To hear from Jerry Jones is truly delightful, and it’s intriguing,” Sanders said. “I love Jerry and believe in Jerry. After you hang up and process it, and think about it, it’s intriguing. But I love Boulder and everything there is about our team, the coaches, our student body, and the community.”
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Family matters
One significant factor complicating Sanders‘ potential jump to the NFL is his family. His son Shedeur Sanders, Colorado’s star quarterback, is expected to be one of the top picks in the 2025 NFL Draft. Meanwhile, Shilo Sanders, another son, plays safety for the Buffaloes.
Sanders has repeatedly emphasized his desire to coach both his sons, openly stating on Good Morning America.
“The only way I would consider [coaching in the NFL] is to coach my sons. Not son. Sons,” he noted.
This presents a major hurdle for the Cowboys. Shedeur is projected to be selected well before Dallas picks in the draft, and the team is locked into a long-term contract with quarterback Dak Prescott, who signed a four-year, $240 million deal in 2024. Prescott‘s contract keeps him in Dallas through 2028, further complicating the scenario.
When asked about the possibility of his father coaching the Cowboys, Shedeur offered a lighthearted response.
“I think it would be cool. What do you think?” he said.