Colorado coach Deion Sanders is facing criticism after his son Shilo’s recent social media comments to Cleveland Browns beat reporter Mary Kay Cabot. The former Buffaloes safety told Cabot to “Go Make a Sandwich” after she suggested Deshaun Watson should start over his brother Shedeur Sanders at quarterback for the Browns.
USA Today’s Brent Schrotenboer highlighted the contradiction between Coach Prime’s teachings and his son’s actions. Sanders has previously instructed his players to respect women and address them as “miss” instead of using first names.
Shilo didn’t follow that advice on April 29.
The incident sparked a response from Cabot, with Shilo later saying the reporter had “so much emotion.” Schrotenboer defended his media colleague throughout his report but raised questions about Shilo’s professional future.
The former safety hasn’t worked in professional football since the Tampa Bay Buccaneers released him before the 2025 season.
Burning bridges with media members while creating negative attention for his brother doesn’t help Shilo’s image. NFL teams value players who handle media responsibilities professionally.
Whether this affects Coach Prime and Colorado’s program remains unclear. Sanders is rebuilding the Buffaloes after the departures of Shilo, Shedeur, and Travis Hunter.
Deion Sanders stays silent on son’s comments
Coach Prime hasn’t addressed Shilo’s remarks about Cabot. He’s continued his usual social media activity, sharing morning inspirational messages and photos.
Sanders recently posted pictures of his daughter Shelomi in her new Colorado State University Pueblo ThunderWolves uniform.
Reporter responds with humor
The Plain Dealer reporter didn’t directly address Shilo’s comments. Instead, Cabot appeared on 92.3 The Fan radio in Cleveland and joked about her favorite sandwich-making techniques.
The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between the Sanders family and media coverage of their football careers.
