Deion Sanders says “I’m not going to the NFL. I like it here in Boulder”

Deion Sanders finally put the NFL coaching rumors to bed once and for all. He has said it numerous times, but this time it might stick. There was speculation if Coach Prime might leave Colorado after one year. Whether that would be elsewhere in the college ranks or to the NFL. But Sanders told the world he's committed to being at Colorado.

“I’m not going to the NFL, Sanders said on ESPN's First Take. "I like it here in Boulder”

Any move for Sanders wouldn't make sense at this point. He's establishing the early makings of a powerhouse program in Boulder with total control. It's a factor no other institution in America would likely give the Hall-of-Famer, who has no intentions of straying away from CU.

Sanders enjoys this stage of his life and being able to give back. There is more gratification for him to be a mentor to his players than try his luck in the NFL. He's in a great position with some of the best facilities in the country.

While appearing on set with First Take crew, Sanders handed out some shades as a response to Colorado State coach Jay Norvell's recent comments about Deion's attire.

The 18th-ranked Buffaloes wrap up the non-conference portion of their schedule with CSU and the Rocky Mountain Showdown on Saturday. A 10 p.m. ET start on ESPN from Folsom Field.