Deion Sanders is a former NFL and MLB player and is the current head coach of Jackson State Tigers. Sanders is the only player to have played two sports on a single day having played for Atlanta Braves and Atlanta Falcons on the same day. Famously known as Neion Deion, Sanders played in the NFL for 14 seasons with different teams. Moreover, Deion has also played in the MLB for nine seasons. Read on to find out more about the legendary player turned coach.
Deion Sanders Bio
Deion Sanders was born on August 9, 1967, in Fort Myers, Florida to Mims Sanders and Connie Knight. Attending North Fort Myers High School, Sanders became the All-State Honoree for playing football, baseball, and basketball. Subsequently, he joined Florida State University and continued playing football and baseball. Sanders joined MLB and NFL both in 1989, registering his name among the selected few players to have played in two of the most prestigious leagues in America.
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Deion Sanders Career: NFL and MLB
Sanders was picked up by the Atlanta Falcons in the 1989 NFL Drafts. Sanders continued in the league for 14 long seasons and played for other franchises like the San Francisco 49ers, Baltimore Ravens, Washington Redskins, and Dallas Cowboys. In his NFL journey, Sanders made eight Pro Bowls and won the Super Bowl twice. Upon his retirement from the league in 2005, his name was registered in the Atlanta Falcons Hall of Fame.
Sanders played in the MLB as a part-timer for nine seasons. During his years in MLB, Sanders made part in teams like the New York Yankees, Cincinnati Reds, San Francisco Giants, and Atlanta Braves. Deion Sanders retired from MLB in 2001 with a .263 average, 39 home runs, and 168 RBI.
Deion Sanders: Age and Height
Sanders was born on August 9, 1967, and is 55 years old. Moreover, the former NFL player is 6 feet 1 inch tall.
Net Worth
Deion Sanders has an estimated net worth of $40 million as of now. Sanders enjoyed a fulfilling career in two of the best leagues in the world and consequently amassed an impressive net worth. Sanders reportedly made a total of $33.5 million in salary from NFL. And made another $13.2 in cumulative salary from the MLB.
Moreover, the former player transitioned smoothly into the broadcast business as he turned football analyst. Additionally, he started his coaching stint back in 2020 with the Jackson State Tigers. Sanders has also endorsed many prominent brands including Nike and Pizza Hut throughout his career.
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Deion Sanders Kids
Deion Sanders is the father of 5 children, three sons, and two daughters. Sanders has two kids, Deion Sanders Jr. and Deiondra Sanders with Carolyn Chambers to whom he was married from 1989-98. Moreover, he has three kids Shilo Sanders, Shedeur Sanders, and Shelomi Sanders with Pilar Sanders whom he married in 1999. The couple separated after 14 years of marriage. His sons Shedeur Sanders, Deion Sanders, and Shilo Sanders have ready embarked on their sports journey. Shedeur plays for the Jackson State Tigers as the quarterback.
Deion Sanders Siblings
Deion Sanders has a sibling, a younger sister called Tracie Knight. Sanders regularly mentions her sister on social media and calls her Barks. Born in Fort Myers, Tracie moved to Texas post her marriage. Moreover, Tracie has two kids, Tia and TJ Hendrix. And her daughter Tia plays basketball for the Memphis Grizzlies.
