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Deion Sanders Criticizes NCAA Over Mental Health Policies After Tyler Brown Denied Eligibility Waiver

Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes watches as his team warms up prior to their spring game at Folsom Field on April 22, 2023 in Boulder, Colorado.
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Overview

  • Deion Sanders questioned the NCAA's commitment to mental health after offensive lineman Tyler Brown was denied immediate eligibility.
  • Sanders expressed frustration that the NCAA denied Brown's waiver request despite mental health concerns.
  • Brown transferred from Jackson State and was seeking immediate eligibility at Colorado.
  • Sanders said the NCAA's decision doesn't align with claims about prioritizing mental health.
  • The incident has prompted criticism of the NCAA's mental health and eligibility policies.