Deion Sanders’ Kids

Deion Sanders is a retired NFL Hall of Famer and one of the most accomplished and recognizable figures in sports. Whether it was coaching, baseball, or football, Deion excelled in every avenue.

Deion Sanders, well known by his stage name "Prime Time," was a terrific athlete who excelled in both football and baseball. Because of his exceptional speed and agility, he excelled as an outfielder in Major League Baseball and a remarkable cornerback in the NFL. The only player in sports history to reach the Finals of two major US Sports, Sanders participated in the Super Bowl as well as the World Series. Sanders' fancy gift and unmatched playmaking skills left a lasting impact as one of the most entertaining players of his era. He rose to fame as a legendary figure.

One of the most illustrious careers gave way to widespread recognition. The NFL Hall-Of-Fame, top 100 Players list, along with the 100 best athletes of the 20th century, Sanders’ mark on the sporting world is unimpeachable.

There is very little that Sanders can’t do. Whether baseball, football, coaching, rapping, television, you name it. Deion has dabbled in every avenue and succeeded each time. The one place he’s yet to find peace in is his marriage. However, as a father, Sanders has been one of the best fathers a child could ask for.

A father of five, the icon had two children with his first wife, Carolyn Chambers: a daughter, Deiondra, 31, and a son, Deion Jr., 29. He also had three children with his second wife, Pilar Biggers-Sanders: sons Shilo, 23, and Shedeur, 21, and daughter Shelomi, 18.

Who are Deion Sanders’ Children?

Deion Sanders has five children of his own. He has two daughters, Deiondra and Shelomi, and three sons, Deion Jr., Shilo, and Shedur.

In his children, Deion has found the perfect mix of the sporting and family worlds. Both of his daughters were talented athletes in basketball and all of his three sons played football, with Sanders even coaching Shilo and Shedeur at Jackson State — and now Colorado University.

Deiondra, 31

Deiondra Sanders, the eldest child of Sanders and his first wife Chambers, came into the world on April 17, 1992, during a period when her father was excelling in two professional sports. It has even been reported that on Oct. 11, 1992, when Deiondra was a mere 6 months old, Sanders made an audacious attempt to play in both an MLB game and an NFL game on the same day.

Deiondra recently opened up about her experience growing up as the daughter of a professional athlete during an interview on The Reflections Show. She candidly shared that it was a "bittersweet" journey, with the bitter part stemming from being constantly judged at school and lacking a vast circle of friends due to frequent travels with her parents. However, the sweet part was equally significant, as she had the privilege of growing up in a way that many kids would envy, involving constant travel, encounters with celebrities, and the luxury of having personal chefs.

While Sanders remained a professional athlete throughout most of Deiondra's childhood, her young adult years took a different path as she ventured into the realm of reality television. Starting in 2008, she appeared alongside her family on the reality show "Deion and Pilar: Prime Time Love" on the Oxygen network. Later, from 2014 to 2015, she took part in the OWN show "Deion's Family Playbook" alongside her four siblings, her renowned father, and his then-girlfriend Tracey Edmonds. Deiondra also made an appearance on "Paradise Hotel" in 2019.

According to her LinkedIn profile, Deiondra has held the position of director of communications at Sc3 Sports Management since June 2019. Despite acknowledging that her father's legacy opens doors for her, she emphasized that it is her own hard work and dedication that allow her to maintain her position. She takes pride in establishing her own identity, stating that people are now recognizing her for her work with athletes.

Deion Jr., 30

On December 1, 1993, Deion Jr. entered the Sanders household. Following in his father's footsteps, Deion embarked on a football journey, playing as a wide receiver at Marcus High School in Dallas, Texas, and later at Atlanta Sports Academy in Georgia. His passion for the sport led him to Southern Methodist University (SMU) in Texas, where he played college football for three seasons.

During his time at SMU, Deion Jr. garnered attention with several notable incidents. In April 2013, he caused a stir when he tweeted a photo of himself in his SMU dorm with luxurious Versace bedding, expressing his desire for a good night's sleep. Later that year, he faced an investigation by the SMU compliance department after sharing a backstage picture from a Lil Wayne concert. In 2015, his lack of playing time on the field drew criticism from his father, who publicly questioned SMU's coach.

Following his football career, Deion Jr. transitioned to the world of fashion, establishing his own streetwear clothing brand called 'Well Off' in 2016. Reflecting on his decision, he expressed that he had to find an alternative path to success after stepping away from football and needed an outlet to channel his creativity and self-expression.

In addition to his pursuits in fashion, Deion Jr. inherited his father's musical talents. He released his first rap track titled "Swaggin" in 2011 and, most recently, unveiled two new songs, "Money Old" and "Kandy," in 2022.

Shilo, 23

On February 9, 2000, Shilo was born to Sanders and his second wife Pilar. Shilo inherited his family's athletic talent and pursued football. While he had the opportunity to play at his father's alma mater, Florida State University, Shilo decided to forge his own path.

In 2019, Shilo received a football scholarship offer from Florida State, where his father had made a name for himself as an All-American player in the 1980s. Shilo expressed his admiration for his father's legacy but wanted to carve out his own journey.

Ultimately, Shilo chose the University of South Carolina for two years. However, when his father became the head coach at Jackson State University in 2020, Shilo transferred to the historically Black college in December 2020. In a tweet, he expressed his excitement about helping to elevate the program and change the game at JSU.

Playing for his Hall-of-Famer father had its complexities. While the highs included Jackson State's first-ever undefeated football season in 2022, the dynamic between father and son on the field was challenging. Sanders made it clear to Shilo that during football activities, he would be his coach, not his dad, leading to a unique dynamic between the two.

Beyond football, the father-and-son duo clearly enjoy each other's company. Shilo often shares videos on YouTube, impersonating his father and playing light-hearted pranks on him. His aim is to create an impact both on and off the field, just like Deion.

Shedeur, 21

Sanders' third son, Shedeur, also possesses remarkable football talent. Born on February 7, 2002, Shedeur's journey as a football quarterback began in high school at Trinity Christian-Cedar Hill School in Texas, with his father as the offensive coordinator for the football team. Initially committed to playing college football at Florida Atlantic University, Shedeur chose to join his father and older brother Shilo at Jackson State in 2021.

Since starting his college football career, Shedeur has achieved remarkable milestones. He made history as the first athlete from a historically Black college and university to secure a brand deal with Gatorade, and he has also signed contracts with Beats by Dre and BRADY, Tom Brady's sports apparel line, according to Fox Business News.

Shedeur is currently the quarterback for Colorado University. During a press conference where Sanders was officially announced as Colorado's next head coach, he pointed to Shedeur and declared, "This is your quarterback." However, Sanders emphasized that Shedeur would have to earn his position.

In an interview with PEOPLE, Shedeur expressed his determination to make a name for himself and leave his mark on the world. He claimed that all that matters is what he accomplishes and contributes during his lifetime.

Shelomi, 19

Deion’s youngest, Shelomi, was born on December 14, 2003. Unlike her siblings, Shelomi’s athletic talents took her to basketball. She committed to playing basketball at Jackson State in 2022, bringing the total of Sanders children on campus to three.

Sanders proudly announced Shelomi's commitment on Instagram, expressing his gratitude to God and celebrating her achievement. He affectionately referred to her as "Bossy" and expressed his pride in having three kids on campus at the same time. When Shelomi made her debut in November 2022 and sank a three-point shot, Sanders took to Instagram once again to express his joy and praise her performance.