Deion Sanders Praises NFL Draft Prospect Jordyn Tyson

The Colorado coach shared his unfiltered thoughts on the former Buffaloes wide receiver ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Apr. 20, 2026 at 4:36pm

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Former Colorado Buffaloes and Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jordyn Tyson is one of the more intriguing prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft, and Colorado head coach Deion Sanders recently shared his praise for the player on social media. Tyson never played a full season under Sanders at Colorado, but the coach expressed his belief in Tyson's talent and potential.

Why it matters

Tyson's story highlights the impact of the transfer portal on college football programs, as he left Colorado after Sanders' arrival to play his final season at Arizona State. The Buffaloes have undergone a major roster overhaul under Sanders, with the coach relying heavily on the transfer portal to rebuild the team.

The details

Tyson was limited by a hamstring injury in pre-draft workouts, but Sanders believes the wide receiver has the talent to be a top pick. In a social media post, Sanders wrote: "Jordyn Tyson is different." The two reconnected after Arizona State beat Colorado in 2025, with Tyson apologizing to Sanders, who responded by expressing his love and appreciation for the player.

  • The 2026 NFL Draft starts on Thursday, April 23.
  • Tyson played in nine games for Colorado in 2024, recording 22 receptions for 470 yards and four touchdowns.
  • Tyson had a breakout season at Arizona State in 2024, catching 75 passes for 1,101 yards and 10 touchdowns.

The players

Jordyn Tyson

A former wide receiver for the Colorado Buffaloes and Arizona State Sun Devils who is expected to be a top pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Deion Sanders

The head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, who has been outspoken about his use of the transfer portal to rebuild the team's roster.

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What they’re saying

“Jordyn Tyson is different.”

— Deion Sanders, Colorado Buffaloes Head Coach

“Jordyn Tyson found his way into my dressing room downstairs at the conclusion of the game. Jordyn Tyson came in there to say, 'Coach, I apologize.' I said, 'Young man, let me tell you something. I love you. I appreciate you. I pray to God that you're a top-10 pick, top-five pick because you got it. You don't have to apologize to me. You're young, man. I was young. I was making some of the same mistakes when I was your age. I'm just thankful that you got on the right course.'”

— Deion Sanders, Colorado Buffaloes Head Coach

What’s next

Tyson is expected to be selected in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, which begins on Thursday, April 23.

The takeaway

Deion Sanders' praise for Jordyn Tyson highlights the coach's ability to identify and develop talent, even with players who have not spent a full season in his program. Tyson's story also demonstrates the impact of the transfer portal on college football, as players like him can quickly change teams and programs.