Stephen A. Smith Urges Deion Sanders to Leave Colorado for SEC Job

Stephen A. Smith has reignited speculation about Deion Sanders' future by urging the Colorado head coach to leave for a high-profile SEC job, particularly Alabama, where Smith believes Sanders' energy and recruiting prowess could restore the program's traditional hard-nosed identity. Smith criticized Alabama's current coach, Kalen DeBoer, for leading a softer, finesse-style offense that diverges from the run-heavy, physical style once emblematic of Nick Saban's tenure. Despite Sanders' success in revitalizing Colorado's football program and his charismatic presence, some analysts dispute that his offensive style aligns with the classic Alabama approach, citing Colorado's poor rushing statistics under Sanders. Sanders has not indicated any desire to leave Colorado, where he recently returned after cancer surgery and continues to build the program with new talent. However, Smith and other pundits continue to speculate about Sanders moving to SEC programs with greater financial resources, such as Texas A&M or Florida. Colorado fans and commentators have expressed frustration with the persistent rumors about Sanders' departure, urging for a focus on his current commitment and the upcoming season.