What is the newly discovered loophole in Deion Sanders’ contract?
Could a detail in Deion Sanders’ contract change the conversation about his future at Colorado? On The Drive, Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay discuss reporting attributed to USA Today that challenges their previous understanding of what CU would owe if it made a coaching change.
The provision discussed says Sanders would receive 75% of his remaining compensation if fired for performance, rather than the full amount. Zach explains why that distinction—and the ability to pay in installments—could significantly affect how he views the financial obstacles to moving on.
The guys weigh that information against the athletic department’s financial challenges and the argument for waiting until a potential buyout decreases. Does a lower obligation make a change more feasible, or would the cost still be too much for Colorado to absorb?
This is a discussion of the contract reporting presented in the clip—not confirmation that CU has decided to fire Sanders or that this will be his final game in Boulder. But it raises a consequential question about how finances, performance and timing could shape the program’s next move.
Buffs fans, how should CU balance the cost of a coaching change against the direction of the program—and what would justify making a move now rather than waiting? Share your take in the comments, like the video and subscribe for more Colorado sports coverage from The Drive with Zach Bye and Phillip Lindsay.
