Deion Sanders Leaned on This NFL Legend While Battling Bladder Cancer originally appeared on Athlon Sports. After spending a few months away from the Big 12 school due to health issues, Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders made his triumphant return to the team.

Deion Sanders said he wouldn’t allow many visitors during his recovery from surgery to remove his bladder after doctors found a cancerous tumor in May.

Deion Sanders' recent bladder cancer diagnosis sheds light on the importance of early testing for it — especially among Black people.