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BY Francis Akhalbey, 9:05am October 06, 2025,

‘I’m hurting like crazy’ – Deion Sanders provides scary health update after bladder cancer treatment

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by Francis Akhalbey, 9:05am October 06, 2025,
Deion Sanders said he's now cancer free -- Photo Credit: Erik Drost

Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders provided an update on his health after his bladder cancer treatment, stating that he thinks he has gotten “more blood clots.”

Per PEOPLE, Sanders, 58, touched on his health struggles after the Buffaloes lost 35-21 against the TCU Horned Frogs on Saturday.

“Cat’s out of the bag, all right. I think I’ve got more blood clots,” Sanders informed the media after the match. “It don’t make sense. I’m hurting like crazy. I’m not getting blood to my leg. That’s why my leg is throbbing.”

As previously reported by Face2Face Africa, Sanders, on July 28, opened up about being diagnosed with bladder cancer and having to go under the knife to remove the tumorous organ.

Per ESPN, Sanders disclosed that no traces of cancer had been found after he underwent the surgery to remove his bladder, adding that he was now going to return to his coaching duties this season.

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Sanders also disclosed that he lost around 25 pounds. Colorado team trainer Lauren Askevold said that the tumor was found in Sanders’ bladder when he underwent a usual routine vascular exam as a result of issues with blood clots in his legs.

Dr. Janet Kukreja, the director of urological oncology at University of Colorado Cancer Center, confirmed that Sanders had been “cured of cancer,” and that was a “word” she did not use “lightly.” Kukreja said that a new bladder for Sanders was made with a portion of his small intestine. 

This isn’t the first time Sanders has experienced a health setback. In 2021, two toes on his left foot were amputated due to his blood clot issues. 

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Last Edited by:Mildred Europa Taylor Updated: October 6, 2025

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