Deion Sanders Jr. isn’t holding back when it comes to defending his brother, Shilo Sanders, against critics targeting his performance during the East-West Shrine Bowl practices. The video uploaded to X showed Shilo Sanders struggling during some coverage drills.
Deion Sanders Jr. Defends Brother Amidst Shrine Bowl Practice Session
Dov Kleiman tweeted, “Uh oh: Shilo Sanders has gone viral for STRUGGLING at the East-West Shrine Bowl practices. Shilo’s draft stock is tanking…😳”
Others in the comment section had the same reaction. “UFL draft #100 pick worthy,” wrote a fan. One more jokingly questioned, “What his draft stock even that high?”
One user tweeted, “He was never good to begin with. Bro is only there cause he’s Deion’s son,” while another declared Shilo Sanders as “Nepo Baby.”
However, Sanders Jr. didn’t pay heed to these comments and fired back at the naysayers, exclaiming, “Y’all funny as hell.”
🧢.. yall funny as hell https://t.co/sj7BEyC0Ua
— Deion Sanders Jr (@DeionSandersJr) January 29, 2025
Ahead of the NFL Draft, Shilo Sanders, who was a key athlete in Colorado’s 2024 roster, has been under the scanner for his inconsistent outing on the field. Nonetheless, the 24-year-old is relentlessly working hard to prove his worthiness to NFL suitors.
Even Coach Prime was spotted at the Shrine Bowl practice, offering advice to Shilo Sanders. “You’re thinking too much. Just motor. Your feet got to stay square,” the Colorado head coach advised his son.
As the Shrine Bowl approaches, all eyes are on Shilo Sanders to see how he performs under pressure. With his family’s support and his own determination, the Colorado safety would want to silence the critics and make an impression on NFL scouts and franchises.
Deion Sanders Shows Up at Shrine Bowl Practice, Gives Shout Out to Colorado Athletes
Coach Prime showed up at the Shrine Bowl practice to support Colorado athletes, including sons Shedeur Sanders and Shilo Sanders. He even gave a shout-out to the Buffs players, mentioning how proud he is of them and himself.
“Just watched practice with the guys, man, I’m so proud of them. Just seeing you guys in these East-West Shrine practice uniforms going there and giving it their all. I’m so proud, like a proud daddy right now. You know, sending them off to the NFL. They are prepared, they are equipped, but most of all, they’re ready,” said the Colorado head coach.
🔥 A Proud Moment. Coach Prime on the Buffs at the Shrine Bowl
"I am so proud of them. I am like a proud daddy right now. And I'm sending them off to the NFL. They are prepared, equipped, but most of all they are ready"
🔄 @DeionSandersJr
📽️ https://t.co/FxNFt8EF24 pic.twitter.com/gIpeSJmowQ— JaKi 🇺🇸 (@JaKiTruth) January 28, 2025
The Buffs have six players putting their skills on display at the Shrine Bowl, namely Jimmy Horn Jr. (WR), Shilo Sanders (Safety), Shedeur Sanders (QB), Cam’Ron Silmon-Craig (CB), Will Sheppard (WR), and LaJohntay Wester (WR).
