Colorado head football coach Deion Sanders made his first public appearance in some time at the 2025 Big 12 Media Days in Frisco, Texas, following a recent health setback. Sanders declined to discuss his health, emphasizing that he is focused on his team and feeling well. During the event, he addressed several topics including the ongoing quarterback competition at Colorado, naming DFW native Kaidon Salter and freshman JuJu Lewis as contenders without confirming a starter. Sanders also commented on the financial dynamics within college football, particularly highlighting Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire's aggressive spending in the NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) and revenue-sharing era, jokingly requesting some of those resources for Colorado. Notably, Sanders advocated for the introduction of a salary cap in college football to regulate NIL-related expenditures, a shift from his previous heavy reliance on the transfer portal and NIL deals. His remarks suggest a growing concern about financial disparities in college football. Freshman JuJu Lewis has expressed confidence in the ongoing quarterback battle at Colorado. Overall, Sanders' appearance underscored his commitment to the program's future while navigating the evolving landscape of college football economics.