Overview

• Dr. Janet Kukreja of the University of Colorado Cancer Center announced on July 28 that Sanders is cured of bladder cancer following cystectomy and neobladder reconstruction.
• He has returned to Boulder and resumed on-campus coaching duties as the Buffaloes prepare for their August 29 season opener.
• High-profile peers, including Brett Favre and cancer survivor Erin Andrews, have publicly lauded his resilience and outlook since his surgery.
• Sanders kept his diagnosis private from family members and players throughout his recovery to avoid distractions and preserve focus.
• Leveraging his own experience, he is using his platform to urge men nationwide to undergo routine cancer screenings after a routine vascular check uncovered his tumor.