Jackson State football coach Deion Sanders walks out of SWAC Media Day event after being called "Deion," says to "treat me like Nick" Saban#RollTide #Bama #SEChttps://t.co/kwEkqeP3FL

— The Gadsden Times (@gadsdentimes) July 20, 2021

Clown.

I thought it was Coach Prime?

In his first home game at Jackson State last season, someone robbed his locker, stealing his wallet and other personal items, while he was down on the field, coaching the game. LOL! I read it in the news.

DANG said:

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I thought it was Coach Prime?

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That's is first name, it should be Coach Time

Did they just not cover the part where he announced the Jackson State yet-to-be-named starting QB is earning near seven figures in NIL fees?

I guess you get the clicks where you can, Dion.

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"You don't call Nick Saban, 'Nick.' Don't call me Deion," Sanders told Nick Suss from the Clarion Ledger.

"If you call Nick (Saban), Nick, you'll get cussed out on the spot, so don't do that to me," Sanders later added. "Treat me like Nick."

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He's not asking to be treated like Nick Saban, just asking that they treat him with the same respect as they would other coaches, like Nick Saban.

But everybody calls coach Fisher, Jimbo.

He probably could have handled it better but he is not wrong.

Sounds like he was wrong. Either way a ego move. He is ruining his sons chances for the NFL as well.

being called "coach" is pretty much where the similarity to Nick will end.

His mama called him Deion, Imma call him Deion https://t.co/1nbBDFvtFI pic.twitter.com/29ksUrAIdD

— Michael Lee (@MrMichaelLee) July 20, 2021

Why is there no video of this? Wasn't it broadcasted on the SWAC Network?

Ag Tag said:

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In his first home game at Jackson State last season, someone robbed his locker, stealing his wallet and other personal items, while he was down on the field, coaching the game. LOL! I read it in the news.

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P. S. I forgot to add that in the post game press conference he ranted about being robbed instead of talking about the game.

rootube said:

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He probably could have handled it better but he is not wrong.

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Pretty sure most of the media members out there are saying this is false.

https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10008245-jackson-states-deion-sanders-leaves-swac-media-day-after-being-called-deion

"Please respect my disrespect"

I get the impression he's just making a scene for attention bc 4-3 jack state isnt going to get much attention otherwise

Leopards never change their spots; c'mon dude, you've always been Deion, brining attention to yourself.

I think a reporter should address a question to Saban as "Deion, ...."

But seriously, he should lighten up. He spent a career becoming known by his First Name, kind of like Reggie (Jackson), or Muhammad (Ali) or Babe (Ruth).

He shoulda cut some slack, and simply said "Please address me as 'coach' or 'Coach Sanders'..." and then answered the question. I think he would have been much more respected after that, instead of acting like Neon.

He's always been a selfish a hole who lived off his natural abilities. He never worked hard and began to deteriorate with age. The Redskins paid him big money when he couldn't play anymore. He could cover anyone in his prime, but still was a poor tackler. Total worthless POS IMO.

According to most reporters who responded on Twitter they frequently call him Nick and Nick does not have a problem with it. Coach Sanders is a clown.

Breaking news: Alabama coach Nick Saban was called “Nick” 8 times by reporters during his press conference at SEC Media Days. And didn’t “cuss out” one reporter #DontCallMeDeion #CallMeMrPrimeTime

— Brett McMurphy (@Brett_McMurphy) July 21, 2021

EastSideAg2002 said:

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rootube said:

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He probably could have handled it better but he is not wrong.

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Pretty sure most of the media members out there are saying this is false.

https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10008245-jackson-states-deion-sanders-leaves-swac-media-day-after-being-called-deion

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I don't know any of the context and am too lazy to look it up but I was always taught that proper way to refer to a coach was "Coach:Surname". Now I was a kid at the time, but unless I had a personal relationship with that person I would probably still do this. I can see there are a bunch of reporters with their panties in a twist over this (And frankly loving it because it gives them something juicy to talk about).

Deion's only play is to make a scene for one reason or another. He has to keep his name and Jack off State in the press. Eventually, he won't produce and his antics will wear thin. He'll leave "because he wants to do something else" and life will go on. That's Deion's world. He had one talent and he has used it well.

Stone44 said:

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He's always been a selfish a hole who lived off his natural abilities. He never worked hard and began to deteriorate with age. The Redskins paid him big money when he couldn't play anymore. He could cover anyone in his prime, but still was a poor tackler. Total worthless POS IMO.

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Did you workout/ or train with him? How do you know he didn't work hard? Ugh most players begin to deteriorate with age. Guy was and probably still is the best modern corner we've seen. You don't think an athlete like that can tackle ? Lol probably was trying to avoid injuries. Was it right? Not for me to determine. Most corners aren't the best tacklers. A lot of athletes are flashy. You sound hurt.!

T-Shizzle said:

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You don't think an athlete like that can tackle ? Lol probably was trying to avoid injuries.

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When Sanders played for the Cowboys, one team ran the ball right at him. Deion made a less than stellar effort at making a tackle, and the play went for a big gain. The next day, his teammates mocked his poor effort during the team film session. Shrugging off the criticism, Sanders replied with a straight face, "I saw him coming and I had to make a business decision."

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Just like at his Prime charter school he poached top athletes and got whipped by a group of less gifted, disciplined, coaches on the field.

You had to get a laugh at this.

For all you here taking issue with Coach Sanders' admonishing the errant journalist, it would behoove you all to keep this saying in mind:

Respect the (rank/title/position), not the person

For those in their feelings/emotions who insist that he should earn your respect, allow me to retort:

That you should respect what is already earned.

In other words, he is no longer Deion "Prime Time" Sanders the football player/alternate persona, but he is now the head coach of a Division I college football team.

BJC said:

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For all you here taking issue with Coach Sanders' admonishing the errant journalist, it would behoove you all to keep this saying in mind:

Respect the (rank/title/position), not the person

For those in their feelings/emotions who insist that he should earn your respect, allow me to retort:

That you should respect what is already earned.

In other words, he is no longer Deion "Prime Time" Sanders the football player/alternate persona, but he is now the head coach of a Division I college football team.

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And Saban was called Nick by the press 8 times at media day.

The stupidity of this tantrum is that "Deion" is the name people know him has.

It was his brand.

Anyone says "Deion" and you know who they are talking about.

Similar to "Lebron" or or "Dabo" or "Jimbo" etc

EKUAg said:

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BJC said:

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For all you here taking issue with Coach Sanders' admonishing the errant journalist, it would behoove you all to keep this saying in mind:

Respect the (rank/title/position), not the person

For those in their feelings/emotions who insist that he should earn your respect, allow me to retort:

That you should respect what is already earned.

In other words, he is no longer Deion "Prime Time" Sanders the football player/alternate persona, but he is now the head coach of a Division I college football team.

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And Saban was called Nick by the press 8 times at media day.

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Having already seen the video (before my initial post here) after the errant reporter mistakenly addressed Coach Sanders by his first name, Coach Sanders gave the errant reporter a chance to correct himself by politely ask the reporter to address him as Coach (at the very least). When the errant reporter instead disregarded Coach Sanders' polite request to be treated as a professional that is when Coach Sanders rightfully ended the interview.

Again, having a lack of respect for someone's does not justify your disrespecting that individual, especially in an official capacity. This was on the errant reporter due to both his obvious lack of respect and his blatant unprofessionalism on his part.

45-70Ag said:

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Jackson State football coach Deion Sanders walks out of SWAC Media Day event after being called "Deion," says to "treat me like Nick" Saban#RollTide #Bama #SEChttps://t.co/kwEkqeP3FL

— The Gadsden Times (@gadsdentimes) July 20, 2021

Clown.

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Always has been though so he is staying true to himself

BJC said:

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EKUAg said:

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BJC said:

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For all you here taking issue with Coach Sanders' admonishing the errant journalist, it would behoove you all to keep this saying in mind:

Respect the (rank/title/position), not the person

For those in their feelings/emotions who insist that he should earn your respect, allow me to retort:

That you should respect what is already earned.

In other words, he is no longer Deion "Prime Time" Sanders the football player/alternate persona, but he is now the head coach of a Division I college football team.

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And Saban was called Nick by the press 8 times at media day.

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Having already seen the video (before my initial post here) after the errant reporter mistakenly addressed Coach Sanders by his first name, Coach Sanders gave the errant reporter a chance to correct himself by politely ask the reporter to address him as Coach (at the very least). When the errant reporter instead disregarded Coach Sanders' polite request to be treated as a professional that is when Coach Sanders rightfully ended the interview.

Again, having a lack of respect for someone's does not justify your disrespecting that individual, especially in an official capacity. This was on the errant reporter due to both his obvious lack of respect and his blatant unprofessionalism on his part.

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100% agree. The reporter turned a simple request into a pissing contest with an obvious diss at Coach Sanders.

He really didn't give Sanders any choice in the matter but to walk away.

Oh, and if you watch the video, Sanders just ended the interview. He didn't "storm" off. It not as if any of you have never seen a HC walk away from a podium before.