Defending Deion Sanders

Deion Brought 30 million to the school. Fixed the field, Locker rooms. ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Game Day, 60 minutes, CBS, Good morning, America. 2 winning seasons, undefeated. 2 championships. Got his kids exposure. Had Pro scouts at practice. Houston is in the pros, Miller is Next. Put the SWAC on the Map. What did JSU, the state do in return except benefit from the success. They sat back and went along for the ride. he left JSU in a much better place. Let's see if the next coach can keep it going.

I am very proud of Mr. Deion Sanders and I pray that God continue blessing him and his family and keep an Angel with him during his journey 🙏🏽

I agree Rickey, it’s been happening for years and still happening with our own people. Great job!!👏🏾

"Do not allow my confidence to offend your insecurity." Deion Sanders

During his interview on 60 Minutes the interviewer asks what happens if a Power 5 school calls. Coach Prime answered, "I’m gonna have to entertain the offer and I would be a fool not to". He was honest and out front with his answer. Good decision Coach and nice job putting the HBCU institutions in the spot light.

I want to APOLOGIZE to coach prime.
Initially I was upset and confused about prime leaving JSU but after really listening the past few days I realized that I was as wrong as wrong can be, not only did he honor his commitment but he left the program in very capable hands. Thank you Ricky for helping to understand the true importance of what coach primes commitment and inspiration has meant to US and HBCU’s .

You're definitely telling the truth my brother. The ungratefulness is absolutely amazing from "our people". This is so obvious in all industries, organizations, places of employment, homes, and relationships. Brother Smiley, while here, during this moment, I greatly appreciate you my brother. I can't help but recall meeting a young Indian man who was once incarcerated in our Georgia prison system, prior to my retirement, who spoke so highly of you as a boss. If more could have the decency and appreciation to speak with the same graciousness for Brother Dion.....it would be awesome. Thank you and yours for all you have done for others as well. Blessings.

Deon was like Glenda the good witch in the Wizard of Oz. He helped the players realize that they had the ability all along to be winners just like Glenda told Dorothy " You had it all along." I'm a die hard JSU fan but I recognize that Deon didn't have to do what he did for us. I'm very sad that he is leaving but even more sad at all the negativity he is getting. He doesn't deserve that AT ALL! I will always be greatfull to him AND support him. Black folks....stop the crab in a bucket mentality. PLEASE! WE MUST do better.

Anytime you go somewhere and leave it better than how you found it...job well done. Congratulations Coach Prime!

It’s sad that he left, but let’s not act like his time at JSU has been sunshine and rainbows. Deion donated HALF his salary to renovating the football facilities for the players. He brought in the one of best coaching staffs JSU has ever seen. His coaching staff was grossly underpaid and he tried asking the school and community for help to keep his staff. JSU been having issues providing quality meals to keep his players in peak condition and the school and community still wouldn’t step up.

When Jackson went thru the water crisis he moved his players into a hotel so they could have water, and can take showers.

We love being buddy buddy when it’s time to party and don’t have to put any skin in the game. But when asked to contribute it’s “I sho wish I could but I ain’t able right now”

I'm born and raised in Mississippi, and I'm embarrassed that the nation saw how Jackson treated Deion.😪

I missed the live. But, I’m watching it now. He did so much for JSU and HBCU’s as a whole. I am a JSU alum and appreciate all that he has done and wish him well. While I wish he would have stayed long enough for us to get a stadium of our own, I understand that business is business. He has a heart for players and he will continue to do him in a new location. The exposure he gave to HBCUs as a whole cannot be quantified. Blessings to him!!!

Did anyone notice when Colorado's President or AD said they will partner with JSU by supporting them and sharing resources...will financially support JSU. Coach Prime is the reason for that! Thank you for all you do and have done for JSU and HBCUs. 💙💛

We here in Jackson Mississippi appreciate everything that Deion brought to Jackson. I don’t know of anyone personally that is mad at Prime. Thank you Coach Prime for shining a light on the SWAC and HBCUs

This video has blessed my soul🙌🏽. Thank You Rickey. Some of our people are selfish and tunnel vision af. Deion did more for HBCU than many of their alumni have and HE DID NOT have to. Our people have a long way to go. Just EMBARRASSING! 🤦🏽‍♀️ #thankyouDeion #teamPrimeTime #loveYouDeion #loveYouRickey #LetsGoBuffs

Tell it Ricky Smiley 💯 thank you Coach Prime for going above and beyond!!! Your gifts and talents are a blessing to this world. The LOVE GOD POURS INTO YOUR HEART, FLOWS INTO THE LIVES OF OTHERS....Unconditionally 💞 when I watched your TV show, I loved how you respect your lovely sweet mother and wife. I couldn't teach my son about football, but when I turned on your show he got some pointers for on the field, off the field and home! 🙏🏾 I am so thankful to you and proud to you inspired many families all over the world💜 Coach Prime, Deion Sanders you are the G.O.A.T.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 you and Rickey are truly Servants, keep being led by the Holy Spirit, shining the light of Jesus in the path of so many walking in darkness to see the Vision of Growth that once a team always a team no matter where you go! When everyone grow up they leave home, but still remain a family! Together everyone accomplish/achieves much/more. Iron sharpens Iron. Thank you for letting the Lord use you, this is your season, walk into it!Congratulations, much love to you and your families, and all connected to you Greater Blessings always ❤💯⚓

At first I was disappointed in Coach Prime.I thought about it and I was wrong. Now, I look at this as a brilliant Chess move on his part. 1. He has shown Top Recruits that it is possible to shine and be noticed at a HBCU. 2. He has mentored Black Coaches on the SWAC level and shown them how to win and get it done. 3. He's leaving has made room for his mentees to shine without him and to have phenomenal growth. 4. He branded himself as a winning coach and will open doors at the next level for more Black Head Coaches. Great move Guru Prime.

I’m sad to see Prime leave JSU but I’m happy to see him do what’s best for him and his family.

I love Coach Prime and I applaud everything he's done for JSU.

Congratulations to Deion Sanders and May God continues Deion Sanders and family and protect them every day Amen 🙏🏽