Michael Vick Shares Heartfelt Response to Deion Sanders’ Emotional Video on Health Struggles originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Deion Sanders has never been one to shy away from the spotlight, but in a video released by his son Deion Sanders Jr., Coach Prime offered one of his most vulnerable moments yet.
Speaking candidly about his prolonged health battles, Sanders opened up about the toll it has taken not just on his body, but on his mental health.
The video revealed just how much Sanders has endured behind the scenes. From ongoing complications related to blood clots to the amputation of two toes on his left foot, the Hall of Famer admitted the physical setbacks were only part of the struggle.
The mental weight, he shared, was even harder to carry. “I don’t know if I’m ready mentally. Emotionally. Last night was tough. Yesterday was tough. Cause I had to make a will. That’s not easy.
That honesty struck a chord across the football community. Among those moved by the video was former NFL star quarterback Michael Vick, who replied in the comments to express his support with a heart emoji.
Sanders’ transparency comes just months before he’s set to lead Colorado into the 2025 season, one that will look dramatically different without Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders. Both players declared for the NFL Draft, leaving Sanders to rebuild around a new core that includes Liberty transfer quarterback Kaidon Salter.
Despite his health concerns, Sanders has remained publicly optimistic, recently returning to Boulder ahead of Colorado’s fall camp. But the video released Monday, and shot on May 9, serves as a powerful reminder that even the most charismatic leaders face private battles.
As Sanders continues his recovery, messages like Vick’s highlight the respect he still commands among his peers. The support from NFL legends past and present signals that Sanders’ influence extends well beyond the sidelines.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 28, 2025, where it first appeared.