Deion Sanders is leaving no stone unturned to build a winning culture at Colorado. During the Buffaloes’ bye week, the former Dallas Cowboys superstar surprised his players with care packages featuring gifts from NBA icon LeBron James and Hollywood powerhouse Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
The Buffs were thrilled to receive the latest LeBron signature Nike sneakers and products from The Rock’s “Papatui” skincare line. The gesture highlights the admiration and support that Sanders’ program entails from sports and entertainment heavyweights.
LeBron James and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson sent all Colorado players training shoes and skin/body care products by @PapaTui_ #SkoBuffs 🙏🔥@KingJames @TheRock
🎥@KingDarius_NS pic.twitter.com/JVEnF6hroh
— GUCCE🦬🐦⬛ (@gucceCU) October 30, 2024
These star-studded connections carry meaning for Sanders, a Pro Football Hall of Famer. They elevate his team’s visibility, sending a message of appreciation and unity across the football landscape. High-profile supporters like King James and Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson make Colorado football a trending topic.
The mutual respect between Sanders and James is not something new. The two sporting legends share a bond that goes beyond the field and court. Both of them have collaborated with Nike on several projects, with the Lakers star recently teaming up with the shoe giant for his “LeBron 21” kicks.
It is inspired by Sanders’ iconic kicks — the “Prime 93 Fire Red” colorway. While Nike hasn’t officially announced a release date, fans are already buzzing about the anticipated 2025 drop, which will retail for $180 in adult sizes and feature the best combination of features from both shorelines.
The Buffaloes are 6-2 this season, redeeming themselves after an abysmal 4-8 season last year. Sanders’ team has already secured bowl eligibility after a nail-biting win over Cincinnati Bearcats.
LeBron James Defends Deion Sanders-Led Colorado Buffaloes
The NBA GOAT continues to be one of Coach Prime’s biggest supporters. He was thrilled after Sanders’ Buffaloes clinched a 34-23 win over Cincinnati in Week 9. James took to social media to praise Sanders’ transformative work at Colorado. He re-shared a Fox Sports’ Joel Klatt post that said:
“Colorado was the worst team in the P5 two years ago…Deion Sanders came to Boulder as their Head Coach and now they’re 6-2 headed to a Bowl…4-1 in the Big 12 with an outside shot at the Big 12 Title Game
Where you at haters??”
Colorado was the worst team in the P5 two years ago…Deion Sanders came to Boulder as their Head Coach and now they're 6-2 headed to a Bowl…4-1 in the Big 12 with an outside shot at the Big 12 Title Game
Where you at haters??
— Joel Klatt (@joelklatt) October 27, 2024
The Buffs have managed an impressive turnaround in Sanders’ second year in charge, becoming bowl-eligible for the first time since 2016.
Not one to shy away from media attention, Sanders’ journey hasn’t been without controversy, but his results this season are silencing critics who once doubted his impact. The Buffaloes have their next matchup against Texas Tech on Nov. 9.
