Deion Sanders says alleged $50,000 offer to silence critics was 'a joke' amid Colorado's struggles
Deion Sanders called the $50,000 offer to silence critics a joke, saying some people prosper off his name as Colorado's five-game skid continues.
Colorado head coach Deion Sanders addressed comments made by an associate, Christopher Neely, who suggested Sanders offered $50,000 to critics to stop mentioning his name. Sanders clarified that it was a joke, emphasizing that some individuals financially benefit from discussing him and his brand. He stated he would never offer money to silence detractors, as criticism is something he has faced throughout his career.
- Deion Sanders clarified that an alleged $50,000 offer to critics to stop mentioning his name was a joke.
- Sanders suggested the comment was about people who “prosper off of your name and your brand.”
- He stated he would never offer money to silence people and that he doesn’t dislike anyone.
- Sanders has faced criticism throughout his NFL and coaching career.
- Colorado’s team record is 3-9 in the 2025 season, and they have lost their last five games.
- Colorado will face Kansas State on Saturday.
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