Deion Sanders Opens Up About His Post‑Game ‘Tongues’ Moment

When the Colorado Buffaloes wrapped up a 52‑21 rout of Weber State last week, most fans were still buzzing about the scoreboard. A few seconds later, however, the camera caught something unexpected: head coach Deion Sanders opening the post‑game press conference with a string of unintelligible words that sounded like someone chanting in tongues.

Sanders, 59, didn’t immediately clarify the moment. He let a handful of bewildered reporters stare for a beat before he slipped back into his usual cadence, saying, “let’s go” and moving on to the usual Q&A. The clip went viral, sparking a flood of memes, jokes, and serious speculation about whether the Hall of Famer was pulling a stunt.

On Tuesday’s follow‑up press conference, Sanders finally addressed the curiosity head‑on. “I had just come from addressing the team, and I lit them up, so I had to calm down,” he said, a faint smile crossing his face. “The only way I know how to calm down is to pray in the spirit.” He was careful to stress that there was nothing theatrical about the episode—“no gimmick, no ‘look at me.’ It’s real,” he added.

The former NFL star explained that the spontaneous prayer is something he’s done in high‑pressure moments throughout his life. He recalled using the same practice while preparing for surgery and even in everyday situations that demand a quick spiritual reset. “I love the Lord with all my heart, and I’m not scared to speak it in front of anybody, anywhere, at any time,” Sanders said, emphasizing that it’s never a rehearsed performance.

Colorado is off to a promising start under Sanders’ leadership, now 2‑0 after a nail‑biter against Georgia Tech and the recent blowout. The Buffaloes are trying to shake off the sting of a 3‑9 season just a year ago, and Sanders’ fiery energy—both on the field and off—has become a defining part of that turnaround.

Whether you view the moment as a heartfelt prayer, an odd habit, or a glimpse into the coach’s personal faith, it’s clear that Deion Sanders isn’t shy about expressing himself, no matter how unconventional the outlet may seem.