Deion Sanders, Karrueche Tran Dating Rumors: Colorado football coach Deion Sanders playfully sidestepped questions about his relationship with actress Karrueche Tran during a July 31 podcast appearance, just days after revealing his bladder cancer diagnosis.
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Deion Sanders, Karrueche Tran Dating Rumors
On former NFL star Asante Samuel’s Say What Needs To Be Said podcast, Samuel directly asked about Tran’s presence in recent hospital footage: “Everyone saw Karrueche Tran by your side during your hospital visit. What’s that friendship?”
The 57-year-old Hall of Famer grinned but deflected: “We got a bad connection… I can’t hear you!”mimicking a dropped call.
Hospital Footage Sparks Speculation
The rumors began when Tran, 37, appeared in an emotional video produced by Sanders’ son:
- She tearfully explained Sanders’ bladder removal surgery
- Called it “bladder cancer” before his official July 28 announcement
- Appeared multiple times in the documentary
Health Revelation
Sanders publicly disclosed his cancer diagnosis at a Colorado press conference alongside his medical team. His hospitalization had been hinted at all summer through social media posts showing him recovering at his Texas estate.
Relationship Histories
- Sanders split from fiancée Tracey Edmonds in December 2023
- Tran famously dated singer Chris Brown (2011-2015)
- Neither has confirmed romantic involvement
The coach remains focused on his health and Colorado Buffaloes preseason preparations.
Sources: Verified podcast episode, University of Colorado press conference, Well Off Media video (July 2025).