Deion Sanders Coach Prime’s Emotional Reveal on His Health, Family Support & HBCU Backlash | Pivot
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A man who needs no introduction and as Channing would say, important enough that Ryan risked his life to come visit in the altitude of Colorado...yes that's right, we are sitting down with none other than Prime Time himself, our friend and icon- Deion Sanders.
In an emotional and layered conversation covering everything from his HBCU exit, to new job at Colorado, his grave health scare, the importance of family and progression...Deion doesn't hold back as the guys chat through many tough topics and are able to soak up the wisdom and grasp the spirit of a man willing to share his trials, tribulations as well as celebrate the wins along the way too.
Following the recent social and cultural uproar from his comments on recruitment, leaving Jackson State University for Colorado- Coach Prime is not shying away from the backlash and speaking honestly as he opens up to Fred, Ryan and Channing about the past couple months of change. In a long awaited conversation dating back to a previous exchange where Channing told Deion he didn't see him at a HBCU for a long time because of the lack of money and resources- Deion sets record straight that it was never about money, it was always about a calling to make a difference and create opportunities. Focused on what's in front of him and adapting to the opportunities life creates and the importance of bringing those close to him along on the journey, especially with his children.
Ryan asks Prime how HBCUs will continue to grow without his footprint and blueprint, especially after bringing 5-star players like Travis Hunter with him in his exit and how will the programs maintain that level of attention without his contributions. Deion credits his time at JSU for making him the coach he is today and proud of the foundation he built for others to expand upon and explains why he felt it was his time to move on.
Deion becomes emotional when Fred asks about the importance of community and continues to discuss family through his recent health scare. In a moment of vulnerability, Deion opens up about having no control as he battled one of the toughest things he’s ever been through and one of the scariest too, having blood clots in his lower extremities which led to amputation of two toes. Relying on those close to him, it was extremely difficult to be away from his children as Prime emotionally shares one moment with his son Shedeur which really put into perspective the effects change was having on not just him, but everyone close to him.
Being one of the greatest athletes in our era and an icon on every level, Ryan talks to Deion on how doing the physical things that made him a legend are now the things he is unable to do and how that transition has been mentally. "I hope to run again one day...that's my goal, to be able to run," Deion says with watery eyes, it's the little things sometimes we take for granted who made us who we are that we no longer can do- that's when life becomes real.
With the odds stacked against him, Deion is known for being a winner everywhere he goes and with everything he does which makes this transition to a new level, a challenging one. Ryan reiterates the importance of strong leadership and putting good people in proper places to excel and grow with him, which Deion has mastered. Close to selling out the stadium in Colorado for the first time in years, Prime talks about what it takes to build a championship program and his goals for the upcoming years as not just a coach but a father too.
Deion’s next chapter as the head coach of Colorado is being documented for an upcoming series on Amazon Prime.
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コメント (21)
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“I don’t dream when I’m a sleep, I dream when I’m wide awake” - Coach Prime 🔥
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RC is a very underrated facilitator of conversation. He knows how to ask the right questions, at the right times. A true skill.
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Prime is so authentic that people think he’s fake. We should all take a lesson from him not needing other people’s approval. Love the story of how that mentality was born
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You can tell Prime is rooted and grounded in faith. He isn't controlled by narrative and doesn't let others actions or words effect how he moves. Much respect Coach and to the Pivot. Best Podcast right now
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“A sign of a great man is not only the awareness of who he is, it’s the awareness of who he isn’t.” Ryan Clark
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"I want my men to be fathers not baby daddy's" that hits hard well said
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He is hands down one of the most inspiring people I’ve ever heard speak. Every interview he’s always dropping gems
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This was an award deserving interview. Take a bow fellas. Exceptional job! You really touched all of the areas that were worthy of discussion. Prime is simply phenomenal. The faith and disciplined mindset that he has maintained will always lead to success. The future is bright for him and Colorado.
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My eyes watered when he spoke about Shedeur coming to the hospital and saying "Dad I need you!" All I could think about was my children and how I would've done the same and gotten out of that bed! I wish I had that support as a kid! This was a great interview! Always rooting for coach Prime! 👏🏿
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Hate it or Love it, Deion Sanders has created a winning mentality movement that is contagious! Thank you Pivot for this one!
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“Starts with a relationship, then after the relationship comes respect. Respect warrants the response, and response warrants results.” - Coach Prime
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There’s 0 chance you fail with him as a father. Incredible man and leader
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Coach Prime has a special kind of spirit that is contagious, I wish him and his family well.
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I deff got in my feels when prime talked about his son saying “daddy I need you” like I can’t imagine what that even feels like. I wish I had it
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This man is invested in the University like no coach I’ve ever seen. The interest in the band from the head football coach is unheard of. People don’t realize how much he’s changing college football in such an amazing way. He is what he says he is “called”
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I was sitting in Denver’s airport. I noticed everyone staring at me. I thought to myself “this booger in my nose can’t be that big” as everyone was side whispering……. Little did I know RC was standing next to me waiting on his bags!!!! I laughed said what up and gave him a fist bump!!! He is one of the only celebrities that Right hand bumped me with a smile while on the phone 💪🏼💪🏼🏈👊! Awesome dude in my book. I assume he was doing this interview! Made my day RC!!!
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This episode deserve an Emmy much respect to coach prime
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"We" is a big word and Deion used it a lot in this interview. He brought others with him including people from way back. It shows he's not selfish or ego driven and is happy to share the pie. He walks it like he talks it. The Pivot squad is killing it. Much love to these guys.
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Without question . . . This interview lands in the top 3 of your ABSOLUTE BEST INTERVIEWS! While remaining authentically yourselves. Bravo
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Man, D. Sanders is up there with Muhammed Ali, Arnold Schwarzenager, Mike Tyson, and Michael Jordan. They are living legends.
