Ex-Colorado Star Kordell Stewart Interested in Coaching at Alma Mater

Former NFL 'Slash' player open to reuniting with friend Deion Sanders on Buffaloes' staff

Apr. 18, 2026 at 8:18pm

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A fragmented, geometric painting depicting a football player in motion, with sharp, overlapping shapes and planes in a vibrant color palette, representing the dynamic nature of the story's subject matter.A cubist interpretation of Kordell Stewart's versatile playing style and his potential return to coach at his alma mater, the University of Colorado.Denver Today

Kordell Stewart, the former University of Colorado and Pittsburgh Steelers star, is entering his second season as offensive coordinator at a Georgia high school. However, the 53-year-old 'Slash' player said he would welcome the opportunity to return to his alma mater and coach under Deion Sanders, who is the current Buffaloes head coach.

Why it matters

Stewart was a dynamic dual-threat quarterback during his college days, leading Colorado to success in the early 1990s. His potential return to the program as an assistant would reunite him with his longtime friend Sanders and provide valuable experience and expertise to the Buffaloes' coaching staff.

The details

Stewart, who was inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame on Thursday, said he's had conversations with Sanders about a possible coaching job, but noted that Sanders 'has to do what he has to do.' Still, Stewart said he would 'bite on it real quick' if the opportunity arose to coach at Colorado, where he starred from 1991-94 and was known for his 'Slash' versatility as a QB, runner, and receiver.

  • Stewart was inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame on Thursday, April 18, 2026.
  • He is entering his second season as offensive coordinator at North Forsyth High School in Georgia.

The players

Kordell Stewart

A former University of Colorado and Pittsburgh Steelers star who earned the nickname 'Slash' for his versatility as a quarterback, runner, and receiver in the NFL. He is now entering his second season as offensive coordinator at a Georgia high school and is interested in coaching at his alma mater under Deion Sanders.

Deion Sanders

The current head coach of the University of Colorado football team, who has been a longtime friend of Kordell Stewart.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“When you're 'Slash,' you do a whole bunch of stuff. Coaching is something I love to do tremendously. I would love to have it be at my institution, to be honest with you, because I just love being here.”

— Kordell Stewart, Former University of Colorado and Pittsburgh Steelers star

“He's got a great staff since he's been here. He doesn't owe anything to me. … He knows I love to coach. If there's a space for me, trust me, I'll take it and run with it.”

— Kordell Stewart, Former University of Colorado and Pittsburgh Steelers star

What’s next

Stewart said he's had conversations with Deion Sanders about a possible coaching job at Colorado, but noted that Sanders 'has to do what he has to do.' The two longtime friends will continue to discuss the possibility of Stewart joining the Buffaloes' coaching staff.

The takeaway

Kordell Stewart's potential return to his alma mater as an assistant coach under Deion Sanders would be a homecoming for the former Buffaloes star and provide valuable experience and expertise to the Colorado program. Stewart's versatility and success in the NFL as the 'Slash' player make him an intriguing candidate to join Sanders' staff and help develop the next generation of Buffaloes talent.