After Deion Sanders seemed to at least entertain the idea of coaching the Dallas Cowboys, his former teammate said he thinks there is a "legit" chance it happens.

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) talks with Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders after an NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets at American Airlines Center, Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, in Dallas. (Chitose Suzuki / Staff Photographer)

Then there's the other wrinkle: Deion is thought to be a package deal if he takes an NFL job. His son, quarterback Shedeur Sanders, is projected to be among the top picks in the upcoming draft, and it's hard to see a scenario where dad coaches one NFL team, and son plays for another.